Modeling & Simulation Engineer and Data Analyst

Modern Technology Solutions Inc • Bath Township, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Engineer and Data Analyst to support Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) component and system research and development for the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL). The position is based in an AFRL customer facility and is part of a combined government and contractor team developing and demonstrating advanced avionics capabilities for the U.S. Air Force.

The role provides M&S and data analysis for EO and IR technologies, uses analysis and software tools to generate scientific results for research and development decisions, and advises senior engineers, program managers, and leaders on modeling and analytical matters. The engineer analyzes user requirements, assesses project feasibility and mission applicability, contributes to system architecture and strategic planning, and recommends requirements and research strategies. The role also produces documents, briefings, roadmaps, and planning materials, and works closely with program managers, lead project engineers, and program teams.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience with modeling and simulation, data analysis, MATLAB, and Python.
• Experience with EO sensors, IR Search and Track (IRST) systems, Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR), laser optics, image processing, signal processing, and statistics.
• Strong EO/IR data analysis and performance modeling computing skills.
• Experience processing image or signal data and working knowledge of data-basing, data storage, and data archiving.
• Sufficient EO/IR experience to produce trusted results and communicate recommendations to the customer.
• Experience generating requirements analysis and definitions at mission and systems engineering levels.
• Ability to work well in a team environment to identify and apply best practices.
• Strong skills in documenting inputs, outputs, and requirements.
• Experience developing high-level project or work plans.
• Familiarity with EO modeling tools such as MODTRAN, LEEDR, and DIRSIG.
• Clear and effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to develop and present to senior leadership.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related technical field.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a similar technical field.
• At least 8 years of technology development experience with EO, lasers, and/or IR systems.
• Proficient knowledge of software development and/or software maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide Modeling and Simulation (M&S) and data analysis for Electro Optical (EO) and Infrared (IR) technologies.
• Use data analysis and/or software tools to generate scientific results supporting R&D programmatic decisions.
• Advise senior engineers, program managers, and senior leaders on analytical and modeling matters to support sound technological decisions.
• Analyze end-user requirements and provide recommendations based on scientific results and developmental risks.
• Evaluate proposed projects for feasibility and applicability to relevant military mission areas.
• Participate in strategic planning and system architecture development, and recommend requirements for new projects.
• Identify and recommend alternative or new research and development strategies.
• Generate documents, briefings, roadmaps, and planning materials supporting the customer mission.
• Work closely with program managers, lead project engineers, and program teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior