Title:
Modeling and Simulation Engineer (Specialist)
KBR is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Engineer (Specialist) with AFSIM experience to join a team of quantitative analysts and modelers that conducts modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) of emerging concepts for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) using advanced MS&A techniques and tools.
The ideal candidate will:
Be able to think creatively and offer grounded, out-of-the-box solutions when appropriate.
Be comfortable working in a dynamic environment and with making or supporting decisions under uncertainty.
Support M&S and software development efforts.
Collaborate with military subject matter experts and DARPA program managers to characterize architectures and concepts under study in the simulation environment.
Instantiate combat system, platform, and behavior models in the simulation environment.
Instantiate kill chains, battle management command and control relationships, and other scenario-specific mission and operational factors in the simulation environment.
Support the development and instantiation of an experiment design in the simulation environment.
Be able to independently conduct assigned tasks in support of a broader analytic or modeling effort.
Contribute to the creation of quality deliverables and reports and the quality control thereof.
Work Environment:
Location: On-site
Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
Working Hours: Standard
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Operations Research, or other STEM field, plus 3 years of relevant experience
Master of Science in Computer Science, Operations Research, or other STEM field, plus 18 months of relevant experience
At least 18 months of demonstrated proficiency in AFSIM; experience in other mission-level combat modeling & simulation frameworks such as NGTS will be considered on a case-by-case basis
Proficiency in C++, Python, or other programming language
Active Top-Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility
Desired:
Master of Science in Computer Science, Operations Research, or other STEM field, plus 3 years of relevant experience
Familiarity in model-based systems engineering tools such as CAMEO
Basic proficiency in SysML
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40hrs
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KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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