SAIC

Junior Modeling Simulation Software Engineer

SAIC$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace, astronautics, mathematics, or physics.
  • 2 years of experience in at least one programming language (MATLAB, Python, Java, C#, or C++).
  • Experience with live, virtual, and/or constructive simulation techniques and technologies.
  • Simulation development experience with environments like STK, AFSIM, GMAT, or FreeFlyer.
  • Knowledge of satellite orbital mechanics, remote sensing, and spacecraft operations.
  • Must have an in-scope security background investigation and eligibility for SCI.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute expertise in simulation as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Develop and test simulation applications for mission execution.
  • Integrate simulation tools into automated trade study architectures.
  • Define requirements and specifications for space mission simulations.
  • Deliver presentations and technical demonstrations to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Work within a mission-driven environment supporting the U.S. Space Force.
  • Access to advanced technologies in space operations.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning.
  • Networking potential with experts in the aerospace field.
  • Potential for involvement in high-stakes strategic space missions.
Full Job Description
Job Description

SAIC's Horizon program is seeking you, our latest Modeling and Simulation Software Engineer, to support the U.S. Space Force's mission of delivering warfighter capability via the Space Systems Command's Program Executive Office for Space Combat Power. This position is located in El Segundo, California. As our established modeling and simulation developer, you will contribute expertise in simulation as a member of a fast-paced multidisciplinary mission operations modeling, simulation, and analysis team. Your knowledge and talent will guide the team in assembling and releasing an ever-growing portfolio of space mission operations analysis simulations and trade studies.

Fun stuff on the job you will do:
  • Be a member of a fast-paced multidisciplinary mission operations modeling, simulation, and analysis team informing the United States Space Force acquisition decision process.
  • Your background and interest in simulation development will be highly valued in developing and testing simulation applications. You'll be integrating mission simulation tools into an automated system-level trade study execution architecture.
  • You will have a strong hand in defining requirements, specifying designs, and implementing an ever-growing portfolio of space mission operations analysis simulations and trade studies.


Qualifications

This is you:
  • Bachelors degree in aerospace, astronautics, mathematics, or physics and two (2) years of experience with:
  • At least one programming language: MATLAB, Python, Java, C#, or C++.
  • Live, virtual, and/or constructive (LVC) simulation techniques and technologies.
  • Simulation development experience with simulation environments such as STK, AFSIM, GMAT, or FreeFlyer.
  • MATLAB and/or Simulink or other simulation scripting languages.
  • Preparing and delivering presentations and technical demonstrations.
  • Satellite orbital mechanics & maneuvers, remote sensing, spacecraft launch/command/control, and/or satellite communications.
  • Equivalent experience with airborne systems is applicable to this role.
  • Managing files & directories, network file sharing, installing software & licenses, and command line shell (Windows Cmd or Bash).
  • Must have an in-scope security background investigation (TS or SSBI), adjudicated for SCI eligibility and enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation program (if applicable).
  • Must be willing to be nominated for access to Sensitive Compartment Information and Special Access Programs and willing to consent to a Polygraph examination.


Desired Qualifications:
  • Simulation software development, test, and integration experience in a team environment. Use of Agile methodology and Atlassian Jira are beneficial.
  • Prior industry experience in aerospace or space & defense.
  • Systems engineering, with experience defining and executing trade studies. Engineering methodologies such as Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Multidisciplinary Design Analysis Optimization (MDAO), or Model-Based Design are a plus. Demonstrated knowledge of supporting toolsets such as Cameo Enterprise Architect, Sparx Systems EA, or Ansys ModelCenter would be helpful.
  • Participation in engineering peer reviews, both as a developer and as a reviewer.
  • Advanced degree in engineering with emphasis on applications to space launch, orbit propagation, and maneuvering.
  • Professional certification (e.g., Professional Engineer, INCOSE CSEP, ITEA CTEP, Agile PM/PO, OMG OCSMP, etc.).


About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
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