Bachelor's degree in aerospace, astronautics, mathematics, or physics with 14 years of experience
Proficiency in at least one programming language: MATLAB, Python, Java, C#, or C++
Experience with live, virtual, and/or constructive (LVC) simulation techniques
Familiarity with simulation environments like STK, AFSIM, GMAT, or FreeFlyer
Knowledge of satellite orbital mechanics, remote sensing, and spacecraft operations
Strong leadership skills in planning, scheduling, and execution
Must have an in-scope security background investigation for SCI eligibility
Responsibilities
Design and develop simulations and analysis plans for program decisions
Generate analytical modeling solutions for system performance assessment
Support requirements development and ensure modeling meets operational needs
Identify opportunities for system assessment and improvement
Incorporate system models into enterprise models for operational integration
Integrate performance models with MBSE tools for analysis activities
Quantify performance impacts related to changes in scenarios and CONOPS
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in national security
Collaborative environment with a multidisciplinary team
Direct impact on mission operations and support for the warfighter
Access to professional development and training opportunities
Potential for career advancement within a leading defense contractor
Full Job Description
Job Description
SAIC is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer on the Horizon 2 contract to support the United States Space Force Portfolio Acquisition Executive organization for Space Combat Power in El Segundo, California. The Horizon 2 contract supports the Space Systems Command with providing Advisory and Assistance Services to program offices that acquire, deploy, and sustain national security space systems. This role places you in a program office where you will support and manage established modeling and simulation activities as well as contribute direct, hands-on simulation support as a member of a fast-paced multidisciplinary mission operations modeling, simulation, and analysis team.
Your knowledge and background will guide the programs and in-house team's modeling and simulation activities, assembling and releasing various analysis simulations and trade studies, placing you at the forefront of novel and burgeoning technology development and ultimately helping the Government navigate complex system acquisition throughout the full lifecycle of developmental programs. Join us and help the warfighter realize their needs!
The responsibilities for this position include:
Design, develop and, or verify simulations and analysis plans, as well as other work products such as gap analyses or Technical Performance Measures (TPM) assessments that enable key program and architectural decisions
Generate analytical modeling solutions to assess system/system-of-systems performance and other related performance parameters
Support requirements development, system verification, and concept of operations (CONOPS) development and work with system and mission analysts to ensure additional modeling, simulation, analysis capabilities meet operational mission requirements
Identify needs and opportunities for independent assessment and improvement of the system and, or system-of-systems/family-of-systems
Incorporate system models into existing, enterprise models that demonstrate integration into the find, fix, target, track, engage, and assess chain using relevant, related sensor, effects, and communications technologies
Support analysis activities by integrating performance models with MBSE models and tools
Quantify performance impacts and sensitivity to changes in CONOPS, scenarios, and/or threats
Strong communications skills and the ability to prepare and deliver briefings that cover technical and programmatic subjects to uniformed Space Force and government civilian personnel
Knowledge and experience with Space Force capabilities, systems, and enterprise architecture elements
Qualifications
This is you:
Bachelors degree in aerospace, astronautics, mathematics, or physics and fourteen (14) years of experience
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
Being team leader, with planning work scope, scheduling, progress tracking, and execution
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
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.
