Drimva

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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