Model and Simulation Software Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton•Suffolk, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

You will play a critical role in advancing our Modeling and Simulation (M&S) capabilities by designing, developing, and integrating AI‑enabled models that support complex wargaming and operational decision‑making for the DoW. Using core software engineering principles, you’ll build scalable simulation components, create realistic behavioral and environmental models, and integrate diverse data sources to drive high‑fidelity outcomes. You’ll collaborate closely with analysts, domain experts, and other engineers to ensure that models accurately represent real‑world conditions and evolving mission needs. As part of this effort, you’ll apply full‑stack engineering skills to shape the technical vision for next‑generation M&S systems by evaluating new frameworks, enhancing simulation performance, and implementing architectures that support future extensibility. Your contributions will directly influence how clients explore scenarios, assess alternatives, and derive insights from complex simulation environments. Join us. The world can't wait.

Requirements

5+ years of experience developing software in Java, C++, C, and or C#
Experience with version control, documentation practices, and GitLab workflows
Experience working in Linux environments
Knowledge of the Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) networking protocol
Knowledge of COTS and GOTS Modeling & Simulation (M&S) and data tools, such as Modern Air Combat Environment (MACE), Mission Object Configuration Tool (MOCT), Virtual Reality Scene Generator (VRSG), and various Image Generators (IG) for data transformation, configuration, and standardization
Knowledge of combat weapons systems including aircraft, ground‑based radars, and surface‑to‑air systems
Ability to write clean, efficient source code for new applications and enhance existing codebases
TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Nice To Haves

Experience developing AFSIM scripts to tailor model behaviors and scenario configurations
Experience with TAK products
Experience working within the SOF communities
Experience building and managing containers
Experience building DevSecOps environments or pipelines
Knowledge of scenario development and analytical assessments of combat weapon systems using Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) simulation tools
Ability to distill, summarize, and communicate complex technical insights related to model library management and dissemination

Responsibilities

Designing, developing, and integrating AI‑enabled models that support complex wargaming and operational decision‑making.
Building scalable simulation components using core software engineering principles.
Creating realistic behavioral and environmental models.
Integrating diverse data sources to drive high‑fidelity outcomes.
Collaborating closely with analysts, domain experts, and other engineers.
Applying full‑stack engineering skills to shape the technical vision for next‑generation M&S systems.
Evaluating new frameworks, enhancing simulation performance, and implementing architectures that support future extensibility.
Supporting the evaluation, selection, and integration of M&S tools.