Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a
Modeling & Simulation Engineer to join our team of ICBM weapon system
analysts. Commit your talents to the critical Department of Defense (DoD)
mission of nuclear deterrence by helping sustain and improve the
Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) leg of the United States Nuclear
Triad. This position will be located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah.
Job Duties:
- Review
and validate
contractor missile six degree-of-freedom (6-DOF) simulation and
error models
- Develop,
implement, and maintain missile 6-DOF simulation and error models based on
designs, ground test results, flight test results, and missile
subsystem simulations
- Develop,
implement, and maintain missile 6-DOF simulator guidance, navigation, and
control (GN&C) emulation by coupling contractor flight software source
code to missile 6-DOF simulator source code
- Perform
missile 6-DOF simulations to assessmissile GN&C performance under
nominal, stressed, and Monte Carlo flight conditions
- Perform
GN&C covariance analyses to estimate performance of missile GN&C
subsystem
- Perform
studies to estimate missile weapon system performance as a result of
changes to error models
- Prepare presentations, reports,
and other contract deliverables related to analyses performed
Qualifications
- Active DoD Secret
security clearance
- Bachelor’s in aeronautics/astronautics,
mechanical engineering, computer science, physics, or a related
discipline with 9+ years' of relevant experience
- Proficiency with one or
more of the following scientific computing languages: MATLAB, FORTRAN, C++,
Python (preference given for multiple languages)
- Experience with one or
more of the following: missile and/or aircraft dynamics, missile and/or
aircraft GN&C, feedback control theory, estimation theory, inertial
navigation, Global Positioning System (GPS) (preference given for multiple
skills)
- May require up to 20%
travel
Desired Qualifications:
- MS or PhD in
aeronautics/astronautics, mechanical engineering, computer science, physics, or
a related discipline
- Strong
background in computer science, to include object-oriented programming,
compilers, and shell scripting in a Linux environment
- Experience with design
validation and/or verification of missile and/or aircraft GN&C systems
through 6-DOF simulation and/or covariance analyses
- Experience in giving
presentations and interfacing with USAF customers
- Experience with ICBM
weapon systems
Overview
SAIC is a premier technology integrator solving our nation's modernization and readiness challenges. Our offerings across defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets include high-end solutions in engineering, IT, and mission outcomes. We integrate the best components from our portfolio with our partner's ecosystem to deliver innovative and effective solutions. We are 25,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, VA, SAIC has annual revenues of nearly $7.1 billion. For information, visit saic.com or Working at SAIC for benefits details. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer empowering people no matter their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive and respectful work culture that values all.
