Senior Modeling & Simulation Engineer (AFSIM Specialist) - TS/SCI

Job Description

Parsons is looking for an exceptionally talented Sr. M&S Engineer/AFSIM Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will leverage advanced simulation software to analyze complex defense systems, predict multi-domain operational outcomes, and design data-driven scenarios to support critical mission requirements.

What You'll Be Doing

• AFSIM Development: Script, develop, and execute complex operational scenarios within AFSIM to meet customer requirements and support high-level system analysis
• Analytical Collaboration: Partner with data analysts and systems engineers to research, model, experiment, and analyze Department of Defense (DoD) capabilities, platforms, and MBSE processes using AFSIM
• Customer Engagement: Represent the program at technical interchange meetings and weekly planning sessions with U.S. Government customers, providing authoritative expertise on AFSIM scripting and simulation frameworks
• System Integration: Utilize new developments alongside AFSIM for comprehensive threat simulation and multi-domain analysis tasks
• Agile Adaptability: Dynamically adjust to shifting mission priorities, manage multiple project responsibilities effectively, and support non-standard hours or schedules when required to meet critical project milestones

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field and 8+ years of relevant professional engineering experience; additional years of direct M&S experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Extensive, hands-on experience with scripting, scenario development, and configuration within the Advanced Framework for Simulation Integration and Modeling (AFSIM)
• Proven track record collaborating with military analysts in the research, modeling, experimentation, and analysis of DoD capabilities, network topologies, and simulation environments
• Strong background developing data-driven analytical methods and simulations for large-scale system performance analysis

Desired Skills

• Experience with simulation tools such as Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) filter and/or Tactical Data Analysis and Connectivity System
• Familiarity with Simulation Interoperability Standards Organization (SISO) and other Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) distributed simulation standards
• Experience with Link 16 and/or Command & Control (C2) communications
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker, CRI-O, or other containers
• Experience with Kubernetes, Rancher, and related orchestration tools
• Experience with Next Generation Threat System (NGTS)

Required Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must possess an active TS/SCI Clearance

Salary Range

$148,300.00 - $266,900.00

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

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