Senior Mission-Level Modeling and Simulation Engineer - Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Are you searching for an opportunity to apply your knowledge of mission-level modeling and simulation to make critical contributions to the design, requirements, and evaluation of innovative strike weapons?

Are you passionate about helping the government leverage world-class analysis capabilities in novel ways?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our exceptional team of scientists, engineers, and analysts in the Air Combat and Strike Mission Analysis Group!

Our dedicated team of engineers, physicists, mathematicians, and computer scientists is engaged in an extensive portfolio of projects with the U.S. military. Our analysts support the acquisition, maintenance, and assessment of various Department of Defense assets.

Our work is innovative, engaging, and has significant impact on numerous Air Force and Navy programs. We pride ourselves on our intellectual integrity, and our ability to deliver outstanding, unbiased analysis products. Our team emphasizes personal improvement and growth over short-lived success.

As a Senior Mission-Level Modeling and Simulation Engineer…

• Your primary responsibility will be to serve as a liaison between our sponsors at Eglin Air Force Base and APL on how MS&A can be used to inform system requirements, develop and evaluate concepts of employment, and design trade studies in support of program execution priorities

• You will provide technical recommendations to support our sponsors as well as develop and integrate analytical capabilities
• You will coordinate with team members to perform evaluation of precision strike systems’ effectiveness using an assortment of mission-level analysis tools with the goal of discovering useful data, informing meaningful conclusions, and supporting decision-making
• You will have the opportunity to engage in independent research projects that encourage creative solutions and reward independent initiative

You will meet our minimum qualification for the job if you…

• Have a BS degree in a technical or scientific field such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science
• Have demonstrated ability to engage effectively with senior military and civilian leaders
• Have 7+ years of professional experience working in the mission-level modeling, simulation, and analysis strike-warfare domain
• Have strong skills in leadership of multi-disciplinary technical teams, organization, and planning as demonstrated by 5+ years of prior technical leadership and/or project management experience
• Strong initiative, motivation, and the ability to prioritize multiple concurrent tasks
• Are skilled in conducting quantitative analysis, learning new and exciting concepts, and effectively communicating sophisticated ideas to a variety of partners
• Hold an active Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately acquire a Top Secret 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 will go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you…

• Have an MS or PhD in one of the scientific or technical fields listed above
• Have experience conducting mission-level, strike-warfare analysis using AFSIM
• Have familiarity with Python, MATLAB, C/C++, FORTRAN or JAVA

• Have experience in one or more of the following areas: air vehicle survivability, hypersonics, electronic warfare, development of Concepts of Operations, and end-to-end kill-chain analysis

• Have an active Top-Secret security clearance

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

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APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.