Senior Manager, System Modeling & Design Simulation

Senior Manager, System Modeling & Design Simulation

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager to lead our System Modeling & Design Simulation organization. This team develops mathematical models, analytical tools, and simulation frameworks used to evaluate future system designs, optimize performance, and guide strategic engineering decisions. The team enables data-driven innovation by creating predictive models that help engineering organizations understand how complex robotic systems will perform before physical implementation.

Through system-level simulation and quantitative analysis, the team reduces technical risk, accelerates product development, and improves operational efficiency. This leader will manage a team of approximately 5-10 engineers and modeling specialists.

Define and execute the strategy for system modeling, engineering simulation, and design optimization. Develop mathematical models representing robotic systems, workflows, operational processes, and system behaviors. Lead creation of simulation tools used to evaluate future product architectures and design concepts. Build capabilities for throughput analysis, capacity planning, system optimization, and performance forecasting. Drive design-space exploration and trade-off analysis for next-generation products and technologies.

Develop discrete-event, operational, and system-level simulations supporting strategic engineering decisions. Partner with architecture, controls, mechanical, and software teams to analyze design alternatives and optimize system performance. Establish quantitative methodologies and predictive models that improve decision-making across the organization.

Lead and develop a team of 5-10 simulation and modeling engineers. Establish technical standards and modeling best practices. Create a culture focused on analytical rigor, innovation, and engineering excellence. Support hiring, mentoring, and career growth of technical staff.

Provide simulation-based recommendations that influence product and technology roadmaps. Partner with engineering leadership to assess future investments and architectural decisions. Communicate complex technical findings to executive and cross-functional audiences.

Minimum of 8 years of experience in system simulation, modeling, operations research, robotics, controls, or related disciplines. Minimum of 3 years of engineering management experience. Experience managing teams of 5-10 engineers. Strong background in mathematical modeling, optimization, simulation, and systems analysis. Experience with design trade studies, performance modeling, capacity planning, or operational simulation. Knowledge of discrete-event simulation, control systems, optimization techniques, statistics, and analytical methods.

Experience translating simulation outputs into engineering and business decisions. Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Up to 10% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver's license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations. Employees may be required to use a personal credit card for business travel expenses, which are reimbursed based on the program guidelines. Eligible employees may receive a corporate credit card based on role and travel requirements, but a personal credit card may be needed during onboarding until the corporate card is issued.