Principal Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Job Description

Principal Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Engineer:
The Principal M&S Engineer is responsible for the creation, maturation, and operation of the M&S environment for missile programs within the Kinetic Air and Missile Defense Division. The role involves working in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment to solve complex engineering problems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in simulation development, system/subsystem modeling, software integration, and testing, along with hands‑on experience in missile systems.

Regular

• Personifies the AV pillar of “Innovation”.
• Develop and implement M&S environments for missile systems.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on software development and integration efforts, including suppliers and government customers.
• Execute testing, data collection, and analysis, including hardware-in-the-loop and multi‑functional testing.
• Develop a 6
  
  DoF (Six Degrees of Freedom) modeling and simulation environment for performance validation, GNC development and HWIL integration.
• Assist in the development and execution of test plans and reports, presenting data to both large and small audiences.
• Ensure the application of best practices and standards in system design and testing.
• Develop and mentor high‑performing engineering teams.
• Partner with functional leaders to drive process improvements throughout the engineering development processes.
• Interact with Guidance and Control (GNC) Engineers to evaluate system performance and drive system requirements.
• Support missile tests at remote sites and engage in testing and simulation activities to validate and enhance system performance.
• Work on all stages of development including requirements definition, concept design, prototyping, detailed design, validation and verification testing.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with defense products and customers, especially in C‑UAS products.
• Minimum of 15 years of demonstrated experience in M&S engineering, specifically in missile or aerospace systems.
• Expertise in simulation and model development.
• Experience in GNC algorithm development, including guidance, navigation, and autopilot algorithms.
• Experience in an Agile and Waterfall development environment.
• Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills.
• Experience in project planning regarding schedule, budget, and resource estimations.
• Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to develop and communicate a vision that inspires and motivates staff and aligns with the business strategy.
• Ability to build strong relationships within all disciplines within the organization.
• Effective influencing and negotiation skills where resources may not be under your direct control.
• Experienced and proficient with MS Office applications and other office productivity tools.

• Follows standard practices and procedures when analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained; completes assigned tasks within schedule and budget.
• Shares ideas and experiences with others, solicits feedback and asks relevant questions.
• Able to excel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment where small teams share a broad variety of duties.
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company.
• Has effective problem‑solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team Player – focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests.
• Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees.

Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment; required to sit and stand for long periods (frequently); required to talk, hear, and use…