Missile Modeling IR Plume Engineer

Qualis LLC•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Qualis LLC is seeking a Missile Modeling IR Plume Engineer to develop high-fidelity threat missile signature data packages for use in modeling and simulation tools and media. The role applies modeling and simulation methods and standard engineering and mathematical algorithms to accurately portray expected missile-flight phenomenology. The engineer works with little or no direct supervision, contributes to a product delivery team, and meets time-critical delivery schedules. The role focuses on threat-model phenomenology and infrared signatures, research into IR signature predictions and simulation models, and producing threat missile data for MDA Ground Test Modeling and Simulation. The engineer coordinates with TMC engineers on software requirements for threat modeling tools and works to understand stakeholder requirements and ensure quality data production. This position requires daily onsite work; remote and hybrid work are not available.

Requirements

Level 2: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline preferred from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of experience.
Level 3: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of experience, or a Doctorate in a STEM discipline with 0 years of experience.
Experience with technical analysis of modeling and simulation data sets; several years of this experience for Level 3.
Experience with verification and validation of modeling and simulation data; several years of this experience for Level 3.
Must already possess an active DoD Secret clearance.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Experience with scripting or automation languages such as Python, Bash, or MATLAB.
Excellent time management and attention to detail.
Knowledge of missile flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and performance.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment, stay self-motivated and results-focused, and produce reliable products and documentation within established deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Strong mathematics, physics, or engineering background.
Experience analyzing ballistic missile flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and performance parameters.
Background in infrared signature modeling.
Technical planning, project management, or project scheduling experience.
Experience with blackbody infrared emissions.
Familiarity with Optical Signatures Code (OSC).
Experience with JANNAF plume codes for predictive signatures, such as SOCRATES-P, PERCORP, or VIPER.
Strong knowledge of missile flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and performance.
Strong background in missile system engineering performance.
Experience with Agile software development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.
Familiarity with or experience in Model-based Systems Engineering theory and tools.
Active or Interim DoD Secret clearance and ability to obtain Top Secret clearance with access to SCI.

Responsibilities

Develop high-fidelity threat missile signature data packages for modeling and simulation tools and media.
Apply engineering and mathematical algorithms to accurately portray expected phenomenology during missile flight.
Research infrared signature predictions and simulation models.
Work with the team to complete data production needs supporting MDA Ground Test Modeling and Simulation.
Coordinate with TMC engineers on software requirements for threat modeling tools.
Understand stakeholder requirements and ensure quality production of threat missile data.
Contribute independently and as part of a product delivery team, meeting time-critical schedules.