Modeling & Simulation Engineer - Chantilly, VA - TS​/SCI CI Poly required Engineering

Overview

Modeling & Simulation Engineer is needed for a Direct Hire opportunity with SOC's client onsite in Chantilly, VA
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Must have Top Secret/ SCI with CI Poly!

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Master s 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).

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