TS/SCI Systems Engineer – AFSIM Modeling & Simulation

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)

Beavercreek, Northern (OH, KY)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 125,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineer focused on the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM) to support NASIC/NSIC programs. You will develop and maintain models within AFSIM, design scenarios and plugins, and translate mission requirements into simulation architectures.

Collaborate in an Agile, cross‑functional team using Jira, with emphasis on Python/C++ development, documentation, and interface with external tools.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM discipline and 2+ years of relevant experience; or a Master of Science degree in a related STEM discipline and 0 years of relevant experience.
Systems Engineer (Level 3): Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM discipline and 5+ years of relevant experience; or a Master of Science degree in a related STEM discipline and 3+ years of relevant experience.
U.S. Citizenship with an active TS/SCI security clearance (and ability to maintain it).
Demonstrated AFSIM familiarity.
Experience with object‑oriented programming, such as C++ and Python.
Experience working on software or modeling projects in a team environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to contribute to complex technical documents.
Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Develop, integrate, and maintain models and simulations in the AFSIM framework to support mission‑level analysis.
Design and implement AFSIM scenarios and plugins, including object detection/identification and system‑of‑systems behaviors.
Collaborate with other modeling and simulation engineers, software developers, analysts, and government/DoD stakeholders to understand objectives and translate requirements into simulation architectures.
Validate and document models and results.
Use Python, C++, and related languages to extend AFSIM capabilities and interface with external tools.
Contribute to complex technical documentation communicating assumptions, limitations, and results.
Work as part of an Agile development team using Jira to plan work and track progress.