Simulation Software Engineer III, Secret Clearance

software engr iii

location

us-md-patuxent river

category

software engineer

position type

regular full-time

application open date

10/27/2025

estimated starting salary range: usd $/yr.

- usd $/yr. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

assisting in software development, engineering and technical support for digital system models (dsms)

• working with simulations of us and foreign military aircraft and weapon systems
• supporting requests from various labs on the installation
• performing software enhancements or debugging
• developing reports of system/model performance and providing analysis and troubleshooting of dsm or program anomalies as necessary
• potentially serving as a member of various working groups and maintaining a collaborative working relationship with various service research laboratories
• fielding information requests from various base agencies as they relate to the digital simulations

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• active secret clearance
• bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science (preferred), or a relevant technical discipline and a minimum of five (5) or more years' experience developing software
• some experience with software used to support simulations
• analytical skills and the ability to develop solutions and implement features based on customer feedback via demonstrations or input from subject matter experts
• ability to work equally well in a team environment or independently as needed
• self-motivated with the ability to produce deliverable effectively with little oversight
• strong communication skills with the ability to compose presentations, white papers, and deliver technical briefings if requested
• some travel may be required

• master's degree in computer science or a relevant technical discipline and eight (8) or more years' experience especially working with software for simulations
• matlab experience with the ability to generate reports, draw data, and provide analyses.
• ability to work with or learn c++
• experience with an object-oriented programming language (e.g., java, python, ruby)
• some previous experience working with simulations of aircraft, missiles or weapon systems

src is a contractor for the u.s. Government, this position will require u.s. Citizenship as well as, a u.s. Government security clearance at the secret level

• 10% or less

scientific research corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

src offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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