Missile Effectiveness Modeling and Simulation Analyst

About the role

We are seeking a missile effectiveness analyst to characterize and evaluate tactical missile system performance against complex and emergent threats. Our team conducts high fidelity physics-based modeling while collaborating with authorities in other fields including: GN&C, RF / IR Engineering, Electronic Warfare, Software Development, Systems Engineering and more!

Responsibilities

• Use engagement-level models and simulations to assess the effectiveness and optimal employment of both legacy and innovative U.S. strike missiles in 1-v-1 or 1-v-few scenarios
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to use, develop and improve missile modeling capabilities
• Build and leverage novel data visualization tools for large and complex data sets
• Prepare and present formal documentation to technical specialists, operational partners and government sponsors
• Collaborate with mission-level analysts and inform their modeling efforts

Requirements

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics or another engineering field
• Experience analyzing driving factors behind missile system performance or working with aerospace systems
• Strong programming skills with languages such as MATLAB, Python or C++
• Able to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret Level clearance

Qualifications

• Have a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics or another engineering field
• Experience using M&S tools such as ESAMS, SHAZAM and/or TMAP/TBA
• Programming skills with Simulink or Fortran
• Experience working with software versioning systems such as Git
• Experience working with external customers and partners

Skills

• Willing, able and passionate about learning missile system concepts in order to improve modeling & simulation tools and perform engagement-level analysis

Benefits

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives 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.

Pay

Minimum Rate $100,000 Annually
Maximum Rate $245,000 Annually

Schedule

Not specified