Modeling & Simulation Engineer II/III

Textron•Wilmington, MA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Textron Systems Weapon Systems is seeking a full-time Modeling & Simulation Engineer with experience in structural and dynamic simulation, preferably using LS-DYNA, to support advanced weapon system development programs in Wilmington, MA. The candidate should possess strong analytical and communication skills and be comfortable working within a multidisciplinary engineering team. This position requires that the candidate be a U.S. citizen with, or capable of receiving, a Secret level security clearance.

Requirements

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline with at least 2 years (Level II) or 5+ years (Level III) of relevant experience.
Proficiency with at least one FEA software package; LS-DYNA experience strongly preferred. ANSYS or ABAQUS also considered.
Strong understanding of structural mechanics, material behavior, and failure modes under dynamic and impact loading.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must possess, or be able to obtain, a Secret level security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with explicit dynamic or terminal ballistics simulations is a plus.
Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes and MIL-SPEC/MIL-STD standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

Developing and executing high-fidelity structural, dynamic, and impact simulations using finite element analysis (FEA) tools, with LS-DYNA preferred.
Building, validating, and maintaining physics-based models to predict weapon system performance across a range of operational and environmental conditions.
Conducting trade studies and parametric analyses to support design decisions and system optimization.
Correlating simulation results with physical test data to validate and improve model fidelity.
Generating simulation-based predictions in support of system qualification, certification, and proposal activities.
Preparing detailed technical reports, model documentation, and analysis presentations for internal teams and customers.
Collaborating with mechanical, systems, and test engineers throughout all phases of product development.
For Level III: Leading M&S efforts on complex programs and providing technical guidance to junior engineers.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedules (e.g., 9/80, 4/10s)
Paid Time Off (over 6 weeks total: 120 hours vacation, 56 hours illness/personal, 80 hours holiday)
Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10,000 for relevant graduate degrees per calendar year)
Comprehensive Benefits Package (3 medical plans, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, additional life insurance)
Company paid benefits (basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability, employee assistance program)
Comprehensive wellness incentive plan
Annual fitness reimbursement program
401k company contribution up to 9% of salary
Employee Discounts (access to exclusive offers and discounts from over 30,000 merchants)
Service awards
Cell phone retail discounts
Travel discounts
Gym membership discounts
Emergency travel assistance
Home and auto discounts
Adoption assistance