General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Staff Mission & Operations Modeling and Simulation Engineer

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $130K — $155K *
Poway, CA 92064In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in engineering or related technical discipline is required, with relevant progressive experience in the field.
  • Extensive expertise with engineering principles, simulation tools (like AFSIM), and multi-domain simulation practices is essential.
  • Strong skills in programming and scripting using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools are necessary.
  • Experience with systems engineering methodologies and tools (SysML or Cameo) is crucial for analysis and design.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required for technical guidance and representation.
  • Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team-focused environment is essential.
  • Must be eligible for a DoD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of mission-level simulations using AFSIM and similar platforms across multiple domains.
  • Coordinate the modeling of systems for ISR, command and control, fires, electronic warfare, and autonomy.
  • Translate operational concepts into simulation models, incorporating digital thread and twin strategies.
  • Analyze systems for threat behaviors and interoperability in contested environments.
  • Develop reusable scenario architectures and define model strategies for simulation workflows.
  • Prepare and present visualizations and reports for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate simulation insights into technical recommendations.
  • Mentor less experienced professionals and serve as the technical lead for mission systems architecture initiatives.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and mentoring.
  • Work in a collaborative, team-centered environment.
  • Engagement with innovative technology solutions and defense capabilities.
  • Possibility to influence technical direction within the organization.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We are seeking an L6 - Staff Mission & Operations Modeling and Simulation Engineer to join our Agile Mission Systems (AMS) Engineering team in San Diego, CA. In this pivotal, senior-level role you will lead simulation-driven initiatives and system architecture efforts that inform and validate full-spectrum kill chains and multi-domain mission scenarios. Your work will transform innovative system concepts into validated, actionable designs that bolster real-world defense capabilities while setting technical direction and mentoring emerging talent.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop and lead mission-level simulations using tools such as AFSIM and related platforms to model scenarios spanning air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains-including full-spectrum kill chains from detection through engagement.
  • Coordinate the modeling of multi-domain systems covering Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), command and control (C2), fires, electronic warfare (EW), and autonomy components.
  • Translate operational concepts and system requirements into reusable simulation models and digital architectures, incorporating digital thread and digital twin strategies into systems engineering processes.
  • Analyze threat behaviors, system interoperability, latency, and survivability in realistic and contested environments to support operational assessments.
  • Guide the development of reusable scenario architectures, define model fidelity strategies, and streamline simulation workflows for broader team adoption.
  • Prepare and deliver high-impact visualizations, comprehensive reports, and technical briefings for both technical and non-technical audiences to support concept validation, operational decision-making, and customer engagement.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams-including engineering, strategy, and business units-to ensure simulation insights are translated into actionable technical recommendations.
  • Serve as the prime technical contact for simulation and mission systems architecture initiatives while mentoring less experienced professionals and promoting a culture of technical excellence.


Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Demonstrated extensive technical expertise with a strong command of engineering principles, simulation tools (e.g., AFSIM, and familiarity with platforms such as STK or Simulink), and mission-level simulation practices-including modeling of kill chains, cross-domain data integration, and multi-domain system architecture.
  • Proven ability to quickly understand and apply new technical concepts in an evolving environment.
  • Strong programming and scripting skills using Python, MATLAB, or equivalent tools.
  • Experience with systems engineering methodologies and tools (such as SysML or Cameo) to drive cross-domain analysis and design.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the capability to represent the organization as a prime technical contact and guide less experienced professionals.
  • Must be customer-focused and able to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Security Clearance required.
  • Preferred Qualifications
    • Experience with electronic warfare, autonomy, distributed C2, or contested operations simulation.
    • Familiarity with agent-based modeling, campaign-level analysis, or wargaming.
    • In-depth understanding of military concepts of operations (CONOPS), Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2), or multi-domain operations (MDO).
    • Demonstrated technical leadership through original publications in professional journals, invited presentations at engineering symposiums, or prior participation on engineering review panels.

About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading designer and manufacturer of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company is headquartered in Poway, California, and has additional offices and facilities around the world.
Learn more about General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1955
* Ladders Estimates

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