Space Systems Modeling & Simulation Engineer (TS/SCI)

APEX TK LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

APEX TK LLC is looking for a highly motivated Modeling & Simulation Engineer to join their team in Chantilly, Virginia. This role involves defining modeling requirements, performing advanced modeling related to orbital mechanics, and working on innovative projects in the aerospace domain. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, relevant experience, and an Active Top Secret/SCI w/ CI Poly Clearance. This position offers opportunities to work on complex problems and cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• 2–10 years of relevant experience.
• Active Top Secret/SCI w/ CI Poly Clearance.
• Ability to communicate findings and recommendations to internal and external customers.
• Solid understanding of orbital mechanics and space systems.
• Experience with phenomenological models.

Responsibilities

• Define modeling requirements and develop scripts for scenario modeling.
• Perform advanced modeling related to orbital mechanics and sensor phenomenology.
• Use cutting-edge modeling tools and algorithms for Space Situational Awareness.
• Develop code/scripts for algorithms and automate data processing.
• Work in a collaborative team environment on complex problems in the Space domain.

Skills

C++

Python

R

SQL

PostgreSQL

Linux

MATLAB

VBA

STK

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM related field

Job description

APEX TK LLC is looking for a highly motivated Modeling & Simulation Engineer to join their team in Chantilly, Virginia. This role involves defining modeling requirements, performing advanced modeling related to orbital mechanics, and working on innovative projects in the aerospace domain. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, relevant experience, and an Active Top Secret/SCI w/ CI Poly Clearance. This position offers opportunities to work on complex problems and cutting-edge technologies.