Senior Air-to-Air Modeling and Simulation Analyst

About the role

Are you passionate about analyzing air combat systems and searching for an opportunity to apply your modeling, simulation, and analysis background in an engaging, collegiate environment? If so, we are looking for someone like you to join the Air Combat and Strike Mission Analysis Group!

Responsibilities

• Analyze the effectiveness and employment of airborne systems operating in complex environments using tools such as AFSIM.
• Develop, evaluate, and analyze tactics and concepts of employment for ground breaking technologies such as air platforms, sensors, countermeasures, and weapons including manned-unmanned vehicles.
• Work with a team of analysts who will benefit from your experience, and senior engineers with whom you will guide the direction of analysis.
• Present your work through briefings to both technical specialists and pivotal decision makers.
• Engage in independent research projects that encourage creative solutions and reward independent initiative.

Requirements

• Meet our minimum qualification for the job if you have a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related area.
• Have demonstrated excellence in conducting mission-level modeling, simulation, & analysis in the air-to-air domain with tools such as AFSIM or Brawler.
• Be skilled in conducting quantitative analysis, rapidly learning new and exciting concepts.
• Have strong scripting and programming skills with any of the following languages: Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or Java.
• Work effectively in a highly collaborative environment and communicate sophisticated ideas directly with government civilians, military officers, and other contractors.
• Able to obtain the associated required Special Access Program (SAP) level access.
• Able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance.

Qualifications

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related area.
• Have demonstrated excellence leading a team performing mission-level modeling, simulation & analysis.
• Have an active Top-Secret security clearance.

About Us

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 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. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.