Modeling & Simulation Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Modeling & Simulation Engineer with Security Clearance
Position Title:

Modeling & Simulation Engineer Position Type:
Full-time (ON-SITE)

Position Location:

Chantilly, VA

Clearance Required:

TS/SCI w/CI Poly Waypoint's client is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Modeling & Simulation Engineer to join their team supporting a critical government client. This position offers the opportunity to support RDT&E for cutting-edge projects supporting space-based systems. Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain physics-based simulation models of spacecraft systems, including structures, sensors, and mission environments.
* Perform end-to-end performance modeling for satellite missions, integrating sensor, orbital, and environmental models.
* Conduct sensor phenomenology studies, including optical, infrared, or radar modeling for detection, tracking, and signature analysis.
* Perform orbital mechanics modeling including orbit determination, orbital maneuvering, and spacecraft flight dynamics
* Use scripting languages (Python, MATLAB, or similar) to automate workflows, perform data analysis, and interface between simulation tools.

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
* 3+ years of experience in modeling and simulation for aerospace or space systems.
* Active Top Secret/SCI w/Poly Clearance
* Strong understanding of sensor phenomenology-such as optical, infrared, or radar systems-and associated modeling methods.
* Intermediate Python programming experience, demonstrated through hands-on experience with tasks such as data manipulation, automation, and development of Python-based solutions.

Experience with libraries such as Num Py, Sci Py, pandas, and matplotlib is beneficial.
* Ability to communicate technical results clearly in both written and verbal formats.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Master's degree in a STEM related field.
* 6+ years of related experience.
* Experience with other simulation tools and programming languages.
* Experience with non-cooperative target tracking.
* Experience with collection & revisit modeling.
* Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).