US Citizenship and a secret level security clearance required.
B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related STEM field.
5+ years of professional experience in modeling and simulation.
Familiarity with radiation transport codes (e.g., OSC, MODTRAN) and government scene generation tools (FLITES).
Experience in missile exhaust plume flowfield and radiation transport codes (e.g., SPURC, SPF).
Knowledge of EO/IR sensor modeling and simulation.
Proficiency in C++ and Python for scientific computing.
Responsibilities
Design and develop high-fidelity, physics-based scene generation models.
Model missile exhaust plume flowfields and kinematics.
Analyze radiative signatures across EO/IR spectrums.
Support performance testing of the Missile Defense System (MDS).
Collaborate with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Advanced Capabilities directorate.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge missile defense technologies.
Engagement in high-impact projects with national security implications.
Collaborative work environment with experts in aerospace and physics.
Potential for career advancement in a specialized field.
Full Job Description
MTSI is seeking to hire a Scene Modeling Engineer to design and develop high-fidelity, physics-based scene generation models for ballistic, hypersonic and air-breathing missile threat systems, in support of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Advanced Capabilities directorate. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace or physics principles and direct experience in complex scene generation, with a specialized focus on exhaust plume phenomenology. You will specialize in modeling the missile exhaust plume flowfields, kinematics and radiative signatures across the EO/IR spectrums that will support the performance testing of the Missile Defense System (MDS).
Required Qualifications
US Citizenship and a secret level security clearance.
B.S. in Aerospace or other field of Engineering, Physics or a related STEM field
5+ years of professional experience in modeling and simulation.
Experience with industry-standard radiation transport codes (e.g., OSC, MODTRAN), government scene generation tools (FLITES), and/or missile exhaust plume flowfield and radiation transport codes (e.g. SPURC, SPF)
Knowledge of electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensor modeling and simulation.
Proficiency in C++ and Python for scientific computing and model development.
Preferred Qualifications
Top Secret security clearance
Master's degree in a relevant engineering field.
Experience with parallel computing or GPU acceleration (e.g., CUDA).
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About Modern Technology Solutions
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a leading-edge engineering and technology company that provides critical solutions for complex military and commercial programs. MTSI has been providing engineering and technical services to the defense industry since 1993. The company has a strong focus on innovation and is committed to delivering the best solutions to its clients. MTSI has a highly skilled workforce of engineers, scientists, and technical experts who are dedicated to providing the highest quality services to its clients. The company has a proven track record of success and has received numerous awards and recognition for its work.
