Mod Sim Analyst

• Travel Required: Yes - 10% of the time
• Minimum Clearance Required: None
• Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Join SAIC as a Modeling and Simulation Engineer and play a key role in driving innovation in complex system analysis and performance optimization. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge SAIC-developed, commercial, and government-sponsored models to evaluate and enhance next-generation physical systems, including aircraft, sensors, and missiles. If you’re passionate about combining your analytical skills with software development to solve real-world challenges, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Modeling and Simulation Engineer, you’ll be responsible for:

• Leveraging existing SAIC, commercial, or government-sponsored models to analyze and assess the performance of advanced physical systems.
• Designing, building, and enhancing complex computer models to test, analyze, and optimize aerospace systems, such as aircraft, sensors, or missile systems.
• Developing and applying mathematical relationships, writing corresponding software, and integrating it into simulation workflows to conduct in-depth analyses.
• Utilizing aerospace simulation tools—such as 3-DOF and 6-DOF models—to evaluate missile engagements and performance.
• Preparing detailed simulation reports and creating compelling presentation materials to communicate findings and insights effectively to stakeholders and customers.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• To excel in this role, you will need:
• Strong mathematical and analytical problem-solving skills to derive and implement solutions effectively in a simulation environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings in a professional and clear manner to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Self-motivation and the ability to manage tasks independently while thriving within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Adaptability to work under tight deadlines and maintain composure during high-pressure situations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field (Master’s or PhD preferred).
• X years of relevant experience in modeling, simulation, or related fields.
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python, FORTRAN, C++, etc.).
• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain a secret clearance.

About Us

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.