Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer with Security Clearance
Location: Schriever

Worker Type Regular

Job Description AV is looking for a Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer to join our team. The candidate will be capable of executing engineering tasks associated with supporting Combatant Command (CCMD) exercises with designing, building, and running modeling and simulations of ballistic missile defense systems and ballistic missile threats. The Engineer will execute planning, configuring, monitoring, and implementation of Missile Defense System (MDS) parameters into simulation software such as Missile Defense Advanced Simulation (MDASIM) and Extended Air Defense Simulation (EADSIM) to support distributive virtual and constructive exercises modeling BMD systems and ballistic missile threats.

Essential Functions - Support the technical lead in all aspects of MDS Wargames and Exercises modeling and simulation. Conduct System Engineering Integration and Test (SEI&T) element pre-test coordination, event execution, pre- and post-mission testing. Responsibilities range from conducting weekly planning meetings and technical activities involving diverse network and architecture configurations. The candidate will configure and conduct on-console support on designated modeling and simulation workstations that support CCMD and MDA BMD exercises.

The candidate will assist with identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies. Required/Desired Knowledge and

Skills:

* Experience with DoD Wargames and Exercises

* Familiar with the DoD Joint Event Life Cycle process

* Familiar with MDASIM, Open Systems Sensor Models (OSM), EADSIM or other M&S software

* Software development experience desired

* Must be a self-starter, able to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

* Able to configure and operate Windows and LINUX workstations

* Experience in DoD test processes and/or test execution desired

* Able to support alternative shifts on a periodic basis to execute warfighter exercises

* Able to travel (up to 25%)

* MS in Engineering / Computer Science field w/ 10 years+ relevant experience; a BS in an Engineering/Computer Science field w/ 15 years+ relevant experience may be substituted for the MS degree requirement

* Secret clearance required

* CompTIA Security+ desired
Salary Range: $110,000 - $120,000 Clearance Level Secret The salary range for this role is: $93,371 - $132,300 Aero Vironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. ITAR Requirement:
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.

Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Aero Vironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Aero Vironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.

See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  . We also encourage you to review our company website at  to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please. About AV: AV isn't for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don't just build defense technology-we redefine what's possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul Mac Cready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian-but we're not building history, we're building what's next. If you're ready to build technology that matters-with speed, scale, and purpose-there's no better place to do it than AV. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

Aero Vironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and…