Physicist – Multiphysics Modeling

Responsibilities

We are seeking a talented and motivated Physicist to support advanced multiphysics modeling and simulation efforts in Albuquerque, NM. In this role, you will contribute to high-impact government contracts focused on conventional weapons effects, computational structural dynamics, computational fluid dynamics, and multi-spectrum functional defeat modeling. The ideal candidate brings a strong physics foundation, hands‑on simulation experience, and the ability to operate effectively within a collaborative, fast‑paced technical environment supporting national defense priorities.

• Develop, execute, and validate Computational Structural Dynamics (CSD) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) models to support conventional weapons effects analysis.
• Perform coupled CFD/CSD simulations to characterize complex fluid‑structure interaction phenomena under operationally relevant conditions.
• Conduct thermal modeling to assess heat transfer, thermal loading, and material response in weapons effects scenarios.
• Build and apply multi‑spectrum functional defeat models to evaluate target vulnerability and system defeat mechanisms across relevant threat profiles.
• Support the development and maintenance of conventional weapons effects models in compliance with program-specific requirements and standards.
• Execute rigorous uncertainty analysis to quantify and communicate model fidelity, sensitivity, and confidence bounds to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of physicists, engineers, and analysts to integrate simulation outputs into broader system‑level assessments and technical reports.

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related STEM discipline (Master's preferred).

• 8+ years of experience in multiphysics modeling and simulation, consistent with a journeyman proficiency level.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience with CFD and/or CSD modeling tools (e.g., ANSYS, LS-DYNA, ABAQUS, OpenFOAM, AUTODYN, or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of coupled multi‑physics simulation methodologies, including fluid‑structure interaction.
• Familiarity with uncertainty quantification (UQ) methods and their application in physics‑based modeling environments.
• U.S. Citizen with an Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance (required at time of application).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document and present technical findings clearly to both technical and programmatic audiences.

• Experience with conventional munitions, terminal ballistics, or weapons effects modeling in a DoW or DOE‑related program environment.
• Familiarity with multi‑spectrum target defeat analysis or vulnerability/lethality (V/L) assessments.
• Experience working within a government contracting environment, including adherence to SOW deliverables, CDRLs, and program schedules.
• Proficiency in scripting or programming languages (Python, MATLAB, or Fortran) for pre/post‑processing and automation of simulation workflows.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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