Modeling Simulation Software Engineer
About The Position
Space Systems Integration (SSI) is seeking a Modeling Simulation Software Engineer to join a multidisciplinary mission operations modeling, simulation, and analysis team supporting the United States Space Force acquisition decision process. The role involves developing and testing simulation applications and integrating mission simulation tools into an automated system-level trade study execution architecture. The engineer will help define requirements, specify designs, and implement SSI’s growing portfolio of space mission operations analysis simulations and trade studies. The position is based in El Segundo, California, and requires 10% travel.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, astronautics, mathematics, or physics, and nine years of experience.
- Experience with at least one programming language: MATLAB, Python, Java, C#, or C++.
- Experience with live, virtual, and/or constructive (LVC) simulation techniques and technologies.
- Simulation development experience with environments such as STK, AFSIM, GMAT, or FreeFlyer.
- Experience with MATLAB and/or Simulink or other simulation scripting languages.
- Experience preparing and delivering presentations and technical demonstrations.
- Knowledge or experience in satellite orbital mechanics and maneuvers, remote sensing, spacecraft launch/command/control, and/or satellite communications; equivalent experience with airborne systems is applicable.
- Experience managing files and directories, network file sharing, installing software and licenses, and using a command-line shell such as Windows Cmd or Bash.
- Active TS clearance with in-scope T5/SSBI, SCI eligibility, and participation in Continuous Evaluation.
- Must meet requirements for SCI and SAP access and be willing to undergo a polygraph examination.
Nice To Haves
- Simulation software development, test, and integration experience in a team environment.
- Experience using Agile methodology and Atlassian Jira.
- Prior industry experience in aerospace or space and defense.
- Systems engineering experience, including defining and executing trade studies.
- Experience with engineering methodologies such as Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Multidisciplinary Design Analysis Optimization (MDAO), or Model-Based Design.
- Knowledge of supporting toolsets such as Cameo Enterprise Architect, Sparx Systems EA, or Ansys ModelCenter.
- Participation in engineering peer reviews as both a developer and a reviewer.
- Advanced degree in engineering with emphasis on applications to space launch, orbit propagation, and maneuvering.
- Professional certification, such as Professional Engineer, INCOSE CSEP, ITEA CTEP, Agile PM/PO, or OMG OCSMP.
Responsibilities
- Develop and test simulation applications.
- Integrate mission simulation tools into an automated system-level trade study execution architecture.
- Help define requirements, specify designs, and implement space mission operations analysis simulations and trade studies.
- Prepare and deliver presentations and technical demonstrations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) contribution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
