DescriptionIn this role, you will utilize modeling and simulation tools-particularly AFSIM-to evaluate operational concepts, analyze system performance, and support decision-making across a range of national security missions.
Working within the Advanced Mission Modeling and AI Group (JAM) in the National Security Analysis Department (NSAD), you will contribute directly to mission-focused studies that inform DoW and Combatant Command priorities.
As a National Security M&S Analyst, you will...- Develop, configure, and execute simulation-based analyses using frameworks such as AFSIM and related tools.
- Translate real-world operational questions into simulation scenarios and analyze outcomes to generate actionable insights.
- Support mission studies by evaluating system performance, force interactions, and operational effectiveness in contested environments.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate modeling results into broader analytic efforts.
- Document assumptions, methodologies, and results clearly to support reproducibility and decision-making.
QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...- Possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or a closely related technical field.
- Have at least three years of relevant experience in modeling and simulation, operations analysis, or related analytic work.
- Have experience applying simulation tools to analyze complex systems or operational scenarios.
- Have familiarity with one or more M&S frameworks (e.g., AFSIM, STK, NGTS, STORM, or similar).
- Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in translating real-world problems into structured analysis.
- Are able to communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Have basic scripting or programming experience (e.g., Python) to support analysis workflows.
- Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...- Have direct experience using AFSIM for mission-level analysis.
- Have experience building and connecting Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools to M&S
- Have experience supporting DoD or IC analytic efforts or wargaming environments.
- Possess familiarity with scenario development, force modeling, and campaign-level analysis.
- Have experience working in multidisciplinary analytic teams.
- Have experience briefing analytic results to senior stakeholders.
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Minimum Rate$100,000 Annually
Maximum Rate$245,000 Annually
