Systems Engineer/Principal Systems Engineer (AHT)

Description

The team is hiring a systems engineer focused on AFSIM, the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling.

The work supports the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) and/or the National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC).

You would help modeling and simulation analysis teams judge how military systems that exist now and those still in development perform across space, counter-space, and intelligence missions.

The role may be filled at level 2 or level 3, depending on the qualifications you bring.

Responsibilities

• Build, connect, and maintain models and simulations inside AFSIM to support analysis at the mission level.
• Create AFSIM scenarios and plugins, including object detection and identification and the behavior of systems of systems.
• Work with modeling and simulation engineers, software developers, analysts, and government and DoD stakeholders to clarify mission goals and analysis needs.
• Turn requirements into simulation architectures and models, then validate the models and document the results.
• Write Python and C++ code, and use related languages, to extend AFSIM and connect it to outside tools, data sources, and visualization software.
• Help write technical material such as intelligence-based reports, model documentation, and design descriptions that state assumptions, limits, and results clearly.
• Join an Agile development team, using Jira to plan work, track progress, and release capability in steps.
• Help improve the modeling and simulation environment by applying lessons learned, new capabilities, and customer feedback.
• Explain technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements

• Level 2: a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM field plus 2+ years of relevant experience, or a master's degree in a related STEM field with 0 years of relevant experience.
• Level 3: a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM field plus 5+ years of relevant experience, or a master's degree in a related STEM field plus 3+ years of relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI security clearance, with the ability to keep it.
• Demonstrated familiarity with AFSIM as a user or developer.
• Experience with object-oriented programming, for example in C++ or Python.
• Experience working in a team on software or modeling projects.
• Strong written and spoken communication, including the ability to help produce complex technical documents.
• Ability to work independently and with others in a setting where priorities shift quickly.
• Preferred: AFSIM developers are favored, and experienced users willing to move into development are also desirable.
• Preferred: hands-on AFSIM development, such as building scenarios, writing plugins, or extending the framework.
• Preferred: experience with AFSIM version 2505 or later, where that applies to your program.
• Preferred: experience with Jira and Agile development methods.
• Preferred: experience with other modeling and simulation environments, such as Ansys Systems Tool Kit (STK), NGTS, or ITASE.
• Preferred: additional programming experience, for example in Python, C++, MATLAB, SQL, or Java.
• Preferred: prior intelligence community or domain experience, such as work with NASIC, NSIC, TMAP models, or intelligence-based modeling.
• Preferred: familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools.
• Preferred: experience mentoring and supporting junior engineers.

Conditions

A Top Secret clearance is required before start.

Domestic travel of up to 10% may be required, depending on program needs.

Moving support may be available.

Primary level base pay runs from $83,400.00 to $125,200.00, and secondary level base pay runs from $103,600.00 to $155,400.00.

These ranges are general guidelines. Final offers depend on the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

The application period is estimated at 20 days from the posting date, but it may be shortened or extended based on business needs and candidate availability.

Reference code: CWI2026.

Benefits

• Depending on the position, you may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus on top of base pay.
• Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and let you share in company results.
• Vice President and Director roles may qualify for Long Term Incentives.
• Health insurance, disability and life insurance, a savings plan, paid company holidays, and paid time off for vacation or personal business.