Modelling and Simulation Software Developer

ADGA Group has an immediate opening for a Modelling & Simulation Software Developer in Trenton!

We provide DND with IM/IT project management, identification and procurement of specialized software and hardware components and technical specialist support to generate and operate a Synthetic Environment (SE) for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) and Royal Canadian Navy.

Tasks will include:

• Develop scenarios and vignettes through modeling and simulation in AFSIM (Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration and Modelling) to support tactical research at the RCAF Aerospace Warfare Centre (RAWC) in support of the Centre for Operational Research and Analysis (CORA)
• Perform verification and validation of simulated scenarios to ensure fidelity and accuracy of modeled platforms.
• Analyze results of simulated scenarios to provide tactical feedback to stakeholders.
• Lead projects and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., developers, pilots, analysts) through the complete software development lifecycle (SDLC) for modeling and simulation of systems and software products.
• Gather user requirements, analyze software and hardware requirements, deriving and modifying existing functional requirements based on user input and feedback.
• Refactor ongoing and previous projects to align with best practices of software development, including reusability, documentation, and performance optimization.
• Utilize Git Lab as a version control management tool for continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD)
• Conduct regular code reviews and rigorous unit testing for development and integration of new software into existing codebases.
• Research the physics and aerodynamics of radar sensors, aircraft, weapons systems, etc. to model them using software with high fidelity.
• Create, test and modify code and software utilizing programming languages including C++ and Python to contribute to the development, integration, and maintenance of software applications in a modelling and simulation environment.
• All work is completed in Microsoft and/or Linux operating system environments.
• Design methods and procedures for small computer systems, and subsystem of larger systems.
• Produce forms, manuals, programs, data files, and procedures for systems and applications.
• Analyze the problems outlined by the systems analysts/designers and collaborated on potential solutions intended to maximize efficiency while minimizing effects on existing systems.
• Verify accuracy and completeness of programs by preparing sample data and testing them by means of system acceptance test runs made by operating personnel.
• Correct program errors by revising instructions or altering the sequence of operations.

• Must hold a valid Secret level clearance with Federal Government (PSPC) and a Controlled Goods Cert.
• Ability to demonstrate a minimum of 5 years’ experience in an applicable field of software development.
• Ability to demonstrate a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the last 5 years performing the role of a Software Developer in a “modeling and simulation” environment.
• Experience supporting projects performing at least 6 of the following tasks:
  • Deriving functional requirements in a modelling and simulation environment.
  • Design simulation software in a modelling and simulation environment.
  • Programming graphics using OpenGL, QT, or equivalent products.
  • Developing add-ons, extensions, or plug-ins.
  • Designing, coding, and testing using C++, C or C# programming languages.
  • Integrating and testing software.
  • Investigating software products for use and integration into modelling and simulation applications.

Work location:

On-site on a full-time basis at Canadian Forces Base Trenton.

ADGA Group provides the expertise to sustain and maintain deployed Mission Rehearsal and Tactics Trainers (MRTTs) in Ottawa, CFB Gagetown, Valcartier and Edmonton; a naval Distributed Mission Operation Centre (DMOC) in Halifax; an Air Force DMOC in Trenton connecting existing simulators for Distributed Mission Training (DMT) across Canada via the RCAF Modeling and Simulation Environment (RMSE) Network;
System design and capability development;
Strategy…