Space Systems Modeling & Simulation Engineer, TS/SCI

Socket.dev; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support advanced mission analysis for national security space programs in Chantilly, VA.

You will work with government customers and engineering teams to evaluate space architectures, perform mission analyses, and develop modeling approaches for complex needs. The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, a strong background in engineering or related field, and 5+ years of IC experience.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.
• 5+ years of Intelligence Community experience.
• Experience modeling, simulation, mission analysis for space-based systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication with government customers and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Support mission analysis assessments and architecture evaluations for complex space systems.
• Conduct architecture trade studies and system performance analyses with government and enterprise engineering teams.
• Develop, test, validate, and apply modeling and simulation methodologies using MATLAB, Python, STK, SOAP.
• Analyze spacecraft and ground system performance, mission timelines, and operational scenarios.
• Prepare technical documentation, analysis reports, and briefings for government stakeholders.
• Communicate complex analytical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Clearance TS/SCI with Polygraph

Analytical thinking

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science

Master's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science

Tools

MATLAB

Python

STK

SOAP

Job description

Stellar Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support advanced mission analysis for national security space programs in Chantilly, VA.

You will work with government customers and engineering teams to evaluate space architectures, perform mission analyses, and develop modeling approaches for complex needs. The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, a strong background in engineering or related field, and 5+ years of IC experience.