Junior Scientist and Science Technician II

Responsibilities

• Conduct research into physical phenomena and develop theories based on observation and experiments
• Support systems engineering modeling for concept of operations, behavioral analysis, and system architecture
• Aid in the development and evaluation of simulation models for weapon systems analysis
• Apply physics principles to support M&S requirements and augment test/evaluation/training exercises
• Contribute to fidelity analysis to determine appropriate models for accurate representation within system-of-systems architecture
• Support multi-domain operations effectiveness experimentation and analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, data scientists, and operations research analysts
• Participate in exercise planning and support activities
• Apply methods to develop and interpret information for technical decision-making
• Support the development of MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering) frameworks and analysis

Requirements

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in physics or a closely related field is often required for research-intensive roles. 3 years relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Understanding of physical laws and theories and their application to real-world systems
• Knowledge of research methodologies and experimental design
• Familiarity with data analysis and interpretation techniques
• Basic understanding of modeling and simulation concepts
• Desired: Active TS/SCI clearance
• With military or defense-related systems
• Familiarity with Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) simulation environments
• Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies
• Experience with systems engineering processes (IEEE 15288)
• Understanding of DOD or Army systems and operations
• Exposure to AI/ML applications in simulation environments
• Experience with SysML, MATLAB, or other technical modeling tools

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physics or a closely related field is often required for research-intensive roles.
• 3 years relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Understanding of physical laws and theories and their application to real-world systems.
• Knowledge of research methodologies and experimental design.
• Familiarity with data analysis and interpretation techniques.
• Basic understanding of modeling and simulation concepts.

Skills

• Research methodologies and experimental design
• Data analysis and interpretation techniques
• Physical laws and theories
• Systems engineering processes (IEEE 15288)
• Modeling and simulation concepts
• Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) simulation environments
• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies
• AI/ML applications in simulation environments
• Systems engineering processes (IEEE 15288)
• Understanding of DOD or Army systems and operations
• Exposure to AI/ML applications in simulation environments
• Experience with SysML, MATLAB, or other technical modeling tools

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Pay

• The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is $60,800 - $121,800