Modeling & Simulation Specialist | AFSIM Gunslinger

Infinity Labs • Dayton, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is open for an AFSIM Developer or AFSIM Analyst. All applicants must meet the general requirements listed below to be considered for either role. Additional requirements specific to the AFSIM Developer role are indicated throughout the description; candidates meeting these additional qualifications will be considered for the Developer role. The role involves configuring digital representations of complex military systems to support operational utility, asset vulnerability, system integration, and concept of operations assessments within a synthetic simulation environment. It requires working with domain experts to understand system nuances and using abstraction techniques to model them at the mission-level. The candidate will assemble known information and use engineering judgment to fill in gaps, manage time effectively, and interface with customers regularly. The ideal candidate sees modeling & simulation as a tool to empower decision makers and provides capabilities at the speed of relevance. Responsibilities include coordinating with other model specialists and developers to integrate capabilities into a system-of-systems environment and becoming a subject matter expert in modeled system types. For the Developer role, responsibilities include modifying simulation frameworks to add functionality and developing new software plug-ins. If the position is listed as onsite, regular in-person collaboration with teammates and/or clients is expected.

Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of experience using the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM) to model systems and systems of systems
• Verifiable experience supporting government (military) programs
• Proficiency in applying modeling & simulation techniques to support the decision-making process
• Industry experience with C++ development (preferably with C++ 11 or higher) (Developer role)
• BS or BA degree in a math, physics, or engineering discipline
• US Citizenship is required for consideration, as this job requires US government security clearance.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position and work on a computer for prolonged periods

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in math, physics, or engineering
• Familiarity with using a high-level language such as Python, MATLAB/Simulink, or Julia
• Familiarity with the AFSIM community and know where to find data/POCs if needed
• Experience modifying the AFSIM framework through the development of new plugins
• Deep understanding of the World Simulation Framework
• You can explain what a component-based architecture is
• You understand the terms native model, plugin, extension, command syntax, and scripting in an AFSIM context
• You can explain what an Application, Scenario, and Simulation are and why they are important
• Experience with other mission-level simulation frameworks
• Secret level clearance
• No current clearance but eligibility to obtain

Responsibilities

• Configure digital representations of complex military systems to support operational utility, asset vulnerability, system integration, and concept of operations assessments within a synthetic simulation environment.
• Work with domain experts to understand the nuances of specific systems (or classes of systems) and use abstraction techniques to model them at the mission-level.
• Assemble known information when available and use engineering judgement to fill in the blanks to represent real world hardware, software, or processes used in military operations.
• Manage your time effectively and interface with customers regularly.
• Provide capabilities at the speed of relevance rather than endlessly pursuing “the perfect model”.
• Coordinate with other model specialist and developers to plug capabilities into a greater system-of-systems environment used to analyze large scale mission vignettes.
• Become a subject matter expert in the system types that you model.
• Modify simulation frameworks to add functionality required to fully assess models and scenarios (Developer role).
• Develop new software plug-ins to increase simulation framework capability (Developer role).

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits encompassing medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous 401(k) plan with guaranteed company contribution
• Paid time-off options including floating holidays, personal time, parental leave, and community service opportunities.
• Investment in employee growth and development through tuition reimbursement and discounted tuition programs with select colleges.
• In-office perks including free parking, complimentary snacks and beverages, and a newly renovated central office location in Downtown Dayton

What This Job Offers

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