AFSIM Developer

Position Overview

Solutions Through Innovative Technologies, Inc. (STI-TEC) seeks an experienced Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration and Modeling (AFSIM) Developer to support U.S. Department of Defense programs. The role involves designing, developing, integrating, and sustaining AFSIM-based capabilities while adhering to secure software lifecycle practices.

Essential Job Function

• Design, develop, and integrate AFSIM models, components, and scenarios to support analysis of engagement-, mission-, and campaign-level concepts for government customers.
• Implement secure software lifecycle practices (requirements, design, implementation, testing, deployment, maintenance) consistent with CSSLP domains and DoD cybersecurity policies.
• Develop and maintain C++-based AFSIM plug-ins, simulation entities, behaviors, and interfaces to external tools and data sources.
• Apply scripting (e.g., AFSIM’s script environment, Python/Lua where appropriate) to configure scenarios, behaviors, and batch runs for government analysis tasks.
• Conduct code reviews, static analysis, and vulnerability remediation to ensure compliance with secure coding standards and program security requirements.
• Support configuration management, CI/CD pipelines, and test automation for AFSIM capabilities delivered under government contracts.
• Collaborate with government engineers, analysts, and other contractors to capture requirements, refine use cases, and translate them into verified, validated simulation capabilities.
• Prepare and deliver technical documentation, test reports, user guides, and briefing materials in accordance with contract deliverable requirements (CDRLs).
• Provide technical input to proposals, estimates, and design reviews for current and future MS&A task orders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related technical discipline.
• 3-5+ years of professional software development experience, including C++ and object-oriented design on Windows or Linux.
• 2+ years of direct experience developing, integrating, or applying AFSIM in support of DoD or IC programs (e.g., scenario development, plugin development, operational analysis).
• Active Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) certification recognized under DoD 8140/8570.
• Experience applying secure coding practices, vulnerability mitigation, and software assurance concepts across the software development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity and risk management processes (e.g., RMF, DoDD 8140/8570 role-based certification requirements).
• Active Secret clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Experience supporting Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), or other acquisition and S&T organizations in the Dayton/Beavercreek area.
• Experience with MS&A of air, space, or multi-domain operations, electronic warfare, or command and control systems.
• Experience with Python or other scripting languages for data processing, automation, and tool integration.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, Git-based workflows, and modern CI/CD tools used in DoD environments.
• Prior experience working as a government contractor on cost-type or CPFF contracts, including adherence to CDRLs and program processes.

Work Environment and Travel

The position is primarily on-site at government or contractor facilities in the Beavercreek/Dayton, OH area, with limited telework as authorized by the customer. Occasional travel (up to 10%) to customer sites, test locations, or program reviews may be required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short term/long term disability coverage
• Retail savings - 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holiday leave
• Flexible spending account options

About the Role

Solutions Through Innovative Technologies, Inc. (STI-TEC) specializes in the delivery of professional business and information management services. STI-TEC offers government and commercial clients a comprehensive portfolio of services that identify, manage, distribute, and improve business processes related to entities’ most valued resource, information. Established in 2000, STI-TEC remains committed to total customer satisfaction and integrity, loyalty, and trust in its business model.