Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis Engineer

Leidos•Beavercreek, OH

1d•$87,100 - $157,450•Onsite

About The Position

The Leidos Non-Kinetic Effects Business Area is seeking a Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis Engineer to join their applied research and development team in electro-optical (EO) technology. The role involves working on-site at Wright Patterson AFB in Dayton, OH, where the engineer will develop, interpret, and integrate algorithms into high fidelity simulation models. They will also use and analyze data from EO/IR systems and instrumentation to support critical US Air Force program objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Engineering, Physics, Applied Math, Electrical Engineering or similar field, and 4+ years of prior relevant experience.
Must be a US citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
Strong understanding of MATLAB and SIMULINK.
Familiarity with object-oriented programing.
Understanding of signal and image processing techniques.
Knowledge of principles, concepts, and techniques of scientific analysis, statistics, and mathematical methodologies.
Strong written and verbal communications skills.
Leadership, project management, presentation, and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

Active DoD Secret or higher clearance.
Master’s or Doctorate in listed fields.
Experience with other programming languages like Python, C/C++, or Java
Experience with EO/IR systems.
Experience with infrared focal plane array including digital/digital pixel focal plane arrays.
Experience working in a Research and Development (R&D) environment.
Familiarity in GPU and CUDA programming.
Experience with using a GPU cluster.
Experience with Linux.

Responsibilities

Apply signal and image processing principles and methods to analyze data and solve problems including: automation of data analysis, characterization of new and existing sensor systems, development of new and improved data analysis techniques.
Develop, integrate, and test new simulation models and algorithms.
Utilize GPU clusters to accelerate MATLAB and C++ codebases.
Perform modeling and simulation tasks with off-the-shelf and custom developed tools.
Develop scenarios for testing, perform prediction and post run data review and analysis to identify root causes and trends.
Verify and validate models and algorithms within high fidelity simulations.
Analyze, evaluate, and plan methods of approach and organize means to achieve solutions to complex technical problems.
Develop synthetic data for algorithm tradespace analysis.
Apply statistical methods to ensure results are complete and accurate.
Develop test plans and document results in test report.
Communicate with team members and customers to determine requirements and relevant technical approaches.
Mentor staff in areas of expertise.