General Motors
Entry-Level - Defense Lab Modeling and Simulation Researcher
Warren, Michigan, United States of America · Hybrid · Entry level · Full-time · Posted Oct 12, 2026
- Experience
- No number of years specified; relevant defense research, engineering, modeling and simulation, and project execution experience required.
- Education
- Pursuit of a Master’s or PhD in Engineering; preferred: PhD or advanced degrees in Engineering, Leadership, or Physical Science, with relevant experience.
- Visa sponsorship
- GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role, now or in the future.
About the job
Conduct and guide defense-focused modeling and simulation research, develop partnerships, and help transition research outcomes into vehicle, system, and software applications.
What you'll do
- Conduct research and support the planning, direction, and execution of defense research programs.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners, assess R&D projects, and identify new defense and automotive research topics.
- Prepare technical reports and publications, communicate research progress, and support transition of research into production programs.
What they ask for
- Pursuing a Master’s or PhD in Engineering and graduating August 2026–June 2027; able to work full time, 40 hours per week.
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
- Demonstrated expertise in defense acquisition and knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CUI, and ITAR requirements.
- Relevant defense modeling and simulation experience, including at least one listed domain such as autonomous systems, vehicle performance, or force-on-force.
Nice to have
- Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance as of the first day of work; Active Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
- Defense industry modeling and simulation experience; automotive research, testing, and development experience.
Tools
FAR, DFARS, CUI, ITAR
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