Modeling Simulation Software Engineer

** Description*
* SAIC's Horizon program is seeking you, our latest  
** Modeling and Simulation Software Engineer** , to support the U.S. Space Force's mission of delivering warfighter capability via the Space Systems Command's Program Executive Office for Space Combat Power. This position is located in  
** El Segundo, California** . As our established modeling and simulation developer, you will contribute expertise in simulation as a member of a fast-paced multidisciplinary mission operations modeling, simulation, and analysis team.  Your knowledge and talent will guide the team in assembling and releasing an ever-growing portfolio of space mission operations analysis simulations and trade studies.

** Fun stuff on the job you will do:*
* + Be a member of a fast-paced multidisciplinary mission operations modeling, simulation, and analysis team informing the United States Space Force acquisition decision process.

+ Your background and interest in simulation development will be highly valued in developing and testing simulation applications.  You'll be integrating mission simulation tools into an automated system-level trade study execution architecture.

+ You will have a strong hand in defining requirements, specifying designs, and implementing an ever-growing portfolio of space mission operations analysis simulations and trade studies.

** Qualifications*
* ** This is you:*
* + Bachelors degree in aerospace, astronautics, mathematics, or physics and five (5) years of experience with:

+ At least one programming language: MATLAB, Python, Java, C#, or C++.

+ Live, virtual, and/or constructive (LVC) simulation techniques and technologies.

+ Simulation development experience with simulation environments such as STK, AFSIM, GMAT, or Free Flyer.

+ MATLAB and/or Simulink or other simulation scripting languages.

+ Preparing and delivering presentations and technical demonstrations.

+ Satellite orbital mechanics & maneuvers, remote sensing, spacecraft launch/command/control, and/or satellite communications.

+ Equivalent experience with airborne systems is applicable to this role.

+ Managing files & directories, network file sharing, installing software & licenses, and command line shell (Windows Cmd or Bash).

+ Must have an in-scope security background investigation (TS or SSBI), adjudicated for SCI eligibility and enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation program (if applicable).

+ Must be willing to be nominated for access to Sensitive Compartment Information and Special Access Programs and willing to consent to a Polygraph examination.

** Desired

Qualifications:

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* + Simulation software development, test, and integration experience in a team environment.  Use of Agile methodology and Atlassian Jira are beneficial.

+ Prior industry experience in aerospace or space & defense.

+ Systems engineering, with experience defining and executing trade studies. Engineering methodologies such as Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Multidisciplinary Design Analysis Optimization (MDAO), or Model-Based Design are a plus.  Demonstrated knowledge of supporting toolsets such as Cameo Enterprise Architect, Sparx Systems EA, or Ansys Model Center would be helpful.

+ Participation in engineering peer reviews, both as a developer and as a reviewer.

+ Advanced degree in engineering with emphasis on applications to space launch, orbit propagation, and maneuvering.

+ Professional certification (e.g., Professional Engineer, INCOSE CSEP, ITEA CTEP, Agile PM/PO, OMG OCSMP, etc.).

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

REQNUMBER: 2611798

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