Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer

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Huntsville ARCtime type:
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Posted 10 Days Agojob requisition :
7090
** Worker Type
** Regular
* * Job Description
** AV is looking for a Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer to join our team.  The candidate will be capable of executing engineering tasks associated with supporting Combatant Command (CCMD) exercises with designing, building, and running modeling and simulations of ballistic missile defense systems and ballistic missile threats.  The Engineer will execute planning, configuring, monitoring, and implementation of Missile Defense System (MDS) parameters into simulation software such as Missile Defense Advanced Simulation (MDASIM) and Extended Air Defense Simulation (EADSIM) to support distributive virtual and constructive exercises modeling BMD systems and ballistic missile threats.
*** Essential Functions*** – Support the technical lead in all aspects of MDS Wargames and Exercises modeling and simulation. Conduct System Engineering Integration and Test (SEI&T) element pre-test coordination, event execution, pre- and post-mission testing. Responsibilities range from conducting weekly planning meetings and technical activities involving diverse network and architecture configurations. The candidate will configure and conduct on-console support on designated modeling and simulation workstations that support CCMD and MDA BMD exercises.

The candidate will assist with identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies.

*** Required/Desired Knowledge and

Skills:

**** Experience with DoD Wargames and Exercises
* Familiar with the DoD Joint Event Life Cycle process
* Familiar with MDASIM, Open Systems Sensor Models (OSM), EADSIM or other M&S software
* Software development experience desired
* Must be a self-starter, able to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
* Able to configure and operate Windows and LINUX workstations
* Experience in DoD test processes and/or test execution desired
* Able to support alternative shifts on a periodic basis to execute warfighter exercises
* Able to travel (up to 25%)
* MS in Engineering / Computer Science field w/ 10 years+ relevant experience; a BS in an Engineering/Computer Science field w/ 15 years+ relevant experience may be substituted for the MS degree requirement
* ** Secret clearance required
*** CompTIA Security+ desired

Salary Range:  $110,000 - $120,000
** Clearance Level
** Secret The salary range for this role is:$93,371 - $132,300

Aero Vironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
** ITAR Requirement:
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* * his position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.

Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Aero Vironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Aero Vironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.

See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
*** Benefits**:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  .We also encourage you to review our company website at Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.
** Who We Are
** Based in California, Aero Vironment…