Saalex
Modeling and Simulation Engineer
$110K–$165K
Ridgecrest, California · Full-time · Posted Aug 20, 2026
- Experience
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Operations Research, Data Science, or a related technical discipline; Master’s degree in a related technical field preferred.
About the job
Provides modeling and simulation, systems analysis, and test support for weapon systems across the acquisition lifecycle.
What you'll do
- Develop, validate, run, and analyze high-fidelity simulations to assess system performance, sensor capabilities, tactical employment, and mission effectiveness.
- Conduct flight-test analysis and data reduction, digital image processing, and simulation experiments; support VV&A activities.
- Assess weapon effects and system performance, and prepare reports, briefings, recommendations, and analysis packages for stakeholders.
What they ask for
- At least 7 years of relevant experience in modeling and simulation, systems analysis, test and evaluation, weapon systems engineering, or related defense acquisition programs.
- Experience with high-fidelity simulations, flight-test support, and statistical, analytical, or experimental-design techniques.
- Experience supporting Verification, Validation, and Accreditation (VV&A) and preparing technical reports, presentations, or recommendations.
- Bachelor’s degree in a listed or related technical discipline; active Top Secret clearance. Clearance requirements include U.S. citizenship.
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in a related technical field.
- Experience assessing weapon effects or using advanced modeling, simulation, and data analysis tools in Department of Defense environments.
Pay
$110k-$165k annually (depending upon experience) (USD, base salary)
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