Space Exercise Simulation Engineer

SMX is seeking an Exercise Modeling & Simulation Engineer to support US Space Forces Indo-Pacific (SFI). The ideal candidate will provide technical expertise required to build and maintain a simulated, contested space environment for exercises.

This position requires a DoD security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI, which requires US citizenship.

• Digital Environment Development:
  Create and maintain high-fidelity simulations of space-based assets and orbital mechanics to support Tier 1 and Tier 2 exercises.
• C3I Simulation:
  Resource and implement simulations of Command, Control, Communications, and Intelligence (C3I) capabilities, ensuring that virtual data streams (e.g., GPS interference, SATCOM degradation) are delivered realistically to training audiences.
• Interoperability Testing:
  Ensure all modeling and simulation tools are compatible with existing INDOPACOM and partner nation simulation architectures (e.g., Joint Training Data Services).
• Scenario Injection:
  Manage the real-time injection of space-related effects into virtual and constructive training environments during live exercise execution.

• Must have DoD security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Ability to craft modeling and simulation diagrams for platform system and architecture.
• Ability to explain complex system information and platforms to non-technical end users.
• Ability to take feedback from non-technical end users and adjust platforms as needed.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with allies and partner nations, including their respective commands.
• Highly organized as all focus areas require tracking multiple processes, maintaining a large amount of data, and creating and maintaining multiple products for multiple countries simultaneously.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer focused.
• Capacity to learn new systems rapidly and adapt quickly to change.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office 365 products.

• Experience with US Space Forces Indo-Pacific (SFI).
• Intra-agency or joint command experience.
• International engagement or exercise planning experience.

Proposed salary: $115,000 USD - $155,000 USD.

Benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

June 15, 2026

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e., H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1, O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).