Modeling & Simulation Engineer; Senior

Overview

Modeling & Simulation Engineer (Senior I) at K 's National Security Solutions team. The role involves modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) of emerging concepts for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) using advanced MS&A techniques and tools.

Location:

on-site in Reston, VA (as listed in job details).

• Instantiate combat system, platform, and behavior models in the simulation environment.
• Instantiate kill chains, battle management command and control relationships, and other scenario-specific factors in the simulation environment.
• Support the development and instantiation of an experiment design in the simulation environment.
• Collaborate with military subject matter experts and DARPA program managers to characterize architectures and concepts under study in the simulation environment.
• Support M&S and software development efforts.
• Assist the analytic team in the execution of study plans.
• Independently conduct assigned tasks in support of a broader analytic or modeling effort.
• Contribute to the creation of quality deliverables and reports and perform quality control.

• Think creatively and offer grounded, out-of-the-box solutions when appropriate.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and making or supporting decisions under uncertainty.

• Required
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Operations Research, or other STEM field, plus 5 years of relevant experience, or
  • Master of Science in Computer Science, Operations Research, or other STEM field, plus 3 years of relevant experience
  • At least 3 years of demonstrated proficiency in AFSIM; experience in other mission-level MS&A frameworks such as NGTS considered on a case-by-case basis
  • Proficiency in C++, Python, or other programming language
  • Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

• Desired
  • Master of Science in Computer Science, Operations Research, or other STEM field, plus 7 years of relevant experience
  • Proficiency in model-based systems engineering tools such as CAMEO
  • Proficiency in SysML

• Location:
  
  On-site
• Travel Requirements:
  Minimal 0-20%
• Working Hours:
  
  Standard

• Scheduled Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  40
• Basic Compensation:
  The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
• Additional Compensation: K  may offer bonuses, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

K  offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits and supports career advancement through professional training and development. K  is committed to a Zero Harm culture and being a People First company. Equal opportunity employer statement applies.

K  is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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