Modeling & Simulation Engineer - Chantilly, VA - TS/SCI Security Clearance
Job in
Chantilly, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20151, USA
Listed on 2025-12-11
Listing for:
SOC/Day & Zimmermann Federal Services
Full Time
position Listed on 2025-12-11
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Robotics, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Modeling & Simulation Engineer is needed for a Direct Hire opportunity with SOCs client onsite in Chantilly, VA
* Must have Top Secret/ SCI with CI Poly!
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Modeling & Simulation Engineer to join their team supporting a critical government client. This position offers the opportunity to support cutting-edge projects supporting space-based systems. Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain physics-based simulation models of spacecraft systems, including structures, sensors, and mission environments.
* Perform end-to-end performance modeling for satellite missions, integrating sensor, orbital, and environmental models.
* Conduct sensor phenomenology studies, including optical, infrared, or radar modeling for detection, tracking, and signature analysis.
* Perform orbital mechanics modeling including orbit determination, orbital maneuvering, and spacecraft flight dynamics
* Use scripting languages (Python, MATLAB, or similar) to automate workflows, perform data analysis, and interface between simulation tools.
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
* 3+ years of experience in modeling and simulation for aerospace or space systems.
* Active Top Secret/SCI w/ CI Poly Clearance
* Strong understanding of sensor phenomenology-such as optical, infrared, or radar systems-and associated modeling methods.
* Intermediate Python programming experience, demonstrated through hands-on experience with tasks such as data manipulation, automation, and development of Python-based solutions.
Experience with libraries such as Num Py, Sci Py, pandas, and matplotlib is beneficial.
* Ability to communicate technical results clearly in both written and verbal formats.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Masters degree in a STEM related field.
* 6+ years of related experience.
* Experience with other simulation tools and programming languages.
* Experience with non-cooperative target tracking.
* Experience with collection & revisit modeling.
* Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure). Employment Pre-requisites The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation, and drug urinalysis. SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer,EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Estimated Min Rate: $143500.00 Estimated Max Rate: $205000.00
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