Senior AFSIM Analyst

Overview

Are you searching for an opportunity to apply your AFSIM modeling and simulation experience to analyze interesting and complex problems with innovative software and computing capabilities? We are seeking a Senior AFSIM Analyst to help evaluate and define solutions to enable the U.S. military to conduct strike warfare and air combat operations in complex operational environments. You will join a hardworking team that supports a wide range of military sponsors and analyzes critical and challenging technical problems, fostering an environment of experimentation and creativity to address some of our country’s most important challenges.

We strive to deliver outstanding and unbiased analysis products with a focus on intellectual integrity and personal growth.

As a Senior AFSIM Analyst you will…

• Develop, evaluate, and analyze models and concepts of employment for groundbreaking technologies such as advanced air platforms, strike weapons, and integrated multi-domain effects.
• Collaborate with software development teams on improving customized tools, including designing efficient representations for large datasets, testing accurate interactions across interdependent algorithms, and automating production analysis pipelines.
• Work with a team of analysts who will benefit from your experience, and senior engineers with whom you will guide the direction of analysis.
• Engage in independent research projects that encourage creative solutions and reward independent initiative.

Qualifications

You will meet our minimum qualification for the job if you…

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related area.
• Have demonstrated excellence working with AFSIM performing modeling, simulation, and analysis.
• Have knowledge in Air or Strike Warfare domains.
• Can work effectively in a highly collaborative environment and communicate sophisticated ideas directly with government civilians, military officers, and other contractors.
• Have strong scripting and programming skills with Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or JAVA.
• Are able to obtain the associated required Special Access Program (SAP) level access.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You’ll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you…

• Have a Master’s or PhD degree in a technical field listed above.
• Have experience using other mission-level analysis tools such as Brawler, Suppressor, JIMM, or EADSIM.
• Have experience leading analysis teams performing mission-level analysis and providing mentoring and training to staff members.
• Have an active Top-Secret security clearance.

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Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, we cultivate a culture that supports authentic collaboration, continuous growth, and strong connections with teammates.

At APL, we celebrate diverse perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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