Mission System Specialist; JSE-NGTS Developer-Journeyman

At AMEWAS, we don’t just support defense- we shape it. For over 40 years, we’ve been a trusted partner of the Department of Defense (DoD) by providing cutting-edge engineering, testing, and evaluation for U.S. Navy weapons systems.
Our people are the heart of our mission. Across our headquarters in California, Maryland, and offices in Orlando, FL, and San Diego, CA, you'll find a diverse and driven team committed to making a real impact for our Nation’s Warfighters.
If you're ready to grow your skills, be challenged by meaningful work, and contribute to something bigger…this is where you belong.
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The Position

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Mission System Specialist (JSE-NGTS Developer)-Journeyman. The salary range of this position is $95,300.00 - $ and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

About the location:

Langley Air Force Base, Hampton, VA:
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A typical day as a Mission System Specialist (JSE-NGTS Developer)-Journeyman may include:

• Provides subject matter expertise supporting the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) through the development, integration, testing and execution of advanced threat scenarios within the Next Generation Threat System (NGTS)
• Supports operational tests, developmental tests and distributed training events by researching military requirements, developing simulation scenarios, validating system performance and collaborating with government, engineering and operational stakeholders
• Applies military operational experience and aviation expertise to develop realistic threat behaviors, support Live, Virtual and Constructive (LVC) simulation environments, participate in verification and validation activities and provide technical support during mission-critical test and training events
• Applies military aviation subject matter expertise to research, develop and implement realistic threat scenarios supporting Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) operational tests, developmental tests and distributed training events
• Develops, configures, modifies and maintains Next Generation Threat System (NGTS) scenario behaviors, entities and parametric data supporting mission-focused simulation environments
• Researches intelligence products, operational requirements and military doctrine to accurately model threat systems, tactics, techniques and procedures within NGTS
• Serves as the primary interface between government customers, engineers, operators and software developers to translate operational requirements into executable simulation scenarios
• Supports distributed simulation integration across JSE, DMO/DMON and Live, Virtual and Constructive (LVC) training architectures
• Participates in technical planning meetings supporting simulation development, system integration, customer demonstrations and mission rehearsal events
• Executes verification and validation (V&V) activities by evaluating simulation models, threat behaviors and operational scenarios to ensure accuracy, reliability and mission effectiveness
• Analyzes simulation performance, identifies deficiencies, troubleshoots technical issues and documents findings using Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, SPORK and other engineering collaboration tools
• Supports operational test and evaluation (OT&E), developmental testing, software integration and Joint Technical Baseline (JTB) releases
• Collaborates with cross-functional engineering, software development, integration and operational teams to implement new simulation capabilities
• Operates model entities during distributed simulation events supporting operational exercises and customer demonstrations
• Develops technical documentation, SOPs and user guidance to support scenario development and simulation operations
• Evaluates emerging technologies and recommends enhancements to distributed training capabilities
• Supports high-visibility, mission-critical aviation simulation events while coordinating multiple stakeholders

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Aviation, Military…