Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer - Level 4 (AHT)
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for a Sr. Principal Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer – Level 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be in Colorado Springs, CO. The Sr. Principal Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer – 4 will support a growing portfolio of programs and IRADs that focus on missile defense, space, and intelligence and will support various modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) project teams performing modeling and simulation engineering utilizing government tools and standards. This position will specifically focus on the development of models and simulation using Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) tools like AFSIM in a classified environment. Seeking candidates who find satisfaction in working on challenging and diverse assignments in collaborative settings across all levels.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 8 years of related work experience, or a Master's Degree in STEM and 6 years of related work experience, or 4 years of related work experience with a PhD in STEM.
- Current, active in-scope U.S. Government issued Secret security clearance at the time of application and is required to start work.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs.
- Experience writing or reviewing complex technical white papers or dissertations.
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team setting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s Degree or PhD in a highly technical STEM discipline.
- Experience utilizing modeling and simulation tools like AFSIM, Ansys STK, or a similar modeling and simulation framework.
- Experience with modeling behaviors of space assets, such as orbital maneuvers.
- Experience in MATLAB, Python, or similar programming languages for data analysis.
- Experience in CAMEO, Magic Draw, DOORS, or other requirement management tools.
- Experience with Atlassian tools like Cameo and Jira.
- Experience using the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM), Ansys Systems Tool Kit (STK), or a similar mission-level modeling and simulation framework.
- Experience with formal verification and validation processes.
Responsibilities
- Development of models and simulation using Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) tools like AFSIM in a classified environment.
- Performing operations research activities such as mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, and optimization.
- Presenting data and analysis to Government customers.
- Mentoring and developing junior-level engineers.
- Supporting proposals for capture efforts.
- Conducting trade studies and familiarity with trade study methodologies.
- Using agile development methodologies.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance may be available
- Health insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- Overtime
- Shift differential
- Discretionary bonus
- Annual bonuses
- Long Term Incentives (for Vice President or Director positions)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
