Space Systems Modeling & Simulation Engineer

SAIC; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer to support Space Force programs from El Segundo, CA. You will design and verify simulations, develop performance models, and integrate with MBSE tools in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's in aerospace/astronautics/physics or mathematics with 14+ years of experience, proficiency in MATLAB/Python/Java/C#/C++, and familiarity with STK/AFSIM/GMAT/FreeFlyer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, astronautics, mathematics, or physics.
• Fourteen years of experience in modeling and simulation.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language: MATLAB, Python, Java, C#, or C++.
• Experience with live, virtual, and/or constructive (LVC) simulation techniques.
• Simulation development experience with STK, AFSIM, GMAT, or FreeFlyer.
• MATLAB and/or Simulink or other simulation scripting languages.
• Leadership experience including planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Knowledge of satellite operations or space systems.
• Must have an in-scope security clearance (TS or SSBI) and SCI eligibility; willing to consent to a polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and verify simulations and analysis plans; produce TPM assessments and analyses that enable decisions.
• Generate analytical modeling solutions to assess system performance and related parameters.
• Support requirements development, system verification, and CONOPS development with analysts.
• Identify needs and opportunities for independent assessment and improvement of systems.
• Incorporate system models into enterprise models demonstrating integration across sensor, effects, and communications domains.
• Support analysis activities by integrating performance models with MBSE tools.
• Quantify performance impacts and sensitivity to CONOPS, scenarios, and threats.
• Prepare and deliver briefings on technical and programmatic subjects to Space Force and government personnel.
• Knowledge of Space Force capabilities, systems, and enterprise architecture elements.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Java

C#

C++

LVC simulation

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, astronautics, mathematics, or physics

Tools

STK

AFSIM

GMAT

FreeFlyer

Cameo/EA

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer to support Space Force programs from El Segundo, CA. You will design and verify simulations, develop performance models, and integrate with MBSE tools in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's in aerospace/astronautics/physics or mathematics with 14+ years of experience, proficiency in MATLAB/Python/Java/C#/C++, and familiarity with STK/AFSIM/GMAT/FreeFlyer.