Senior Simulation-based Systems Test Engineer

What you will do:

• Design and apply cutting-edge models and simulation frameworks to support test and evaluation of algorithms, command & control systems, and deployed software solutions
• Collaborate with diverse teams and technical leadership to understand system level requirements and broad objectives; summarize progress, report on findings and provide assessments.
• Support business development initiatives and proposal writing efforts, playing a key role in shaping the proposed technology solutions
• Who You Are:
• This position requires the ability to obtain a secret security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government
• BS + 5 years' experience, MS + 3 years, PhD + 2 years, or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related technical discipline
• Experience with space defense programs and modeling, sensor systems, platforms, and ground systems
• Experience in at least two of the following topics:
• RF/radar signal processing, optimization, waveform design, electronic warfare, machine learning, adaptive signal processing, AI/ML approaches to optimization, model & simulation, systems engineering, test engineering, radar modelling, optics modelling, orbital mechanics, space systems (propulsion, thermal, communications, GNC)
• Experience providing technical briefs to subcontractors, senior level executives, and customers
• Proficiency in one or more scientific or mathematical programming languages, such as MATLAB, Python, and C/C++
• Experienced researcher and team member who is excited to work with mission partners to leverage cutting-edge technology and research for immediate impact
• Excellent communicator and briefer, who is comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong mathematical, troubleshooting, written, and verbal communication skills
• Even Better:
• Active Secret or TS/SCI Clearance
• Experience with industry standard simulation tools such as AFSIM
• Demonstrated leadership of complex research, development, and engineering efforts