Modeling & Simulation Scientist

DCS is looking for a Modeling and Simulation Scientist – Engineer to support our Air & Space Technology sector. Join DCS Corporation and help shape the future of national defense by bringing bold ideas, cutting‑edge modeling, and advanced simulation to life. As a 100% employee‑owned company, our people drive our innovation—every engineer, scientist, and analyst has a direct impact on the mission.

DCS is a leader in digital engineering, advanced modeling & simulation, autonomous systems, EW, space technologies, and next‑generation weapons development. Our teams support AFRL, the Air Force, the Space Force, and national security programs that define the future battlespace.

In this role, YOU will help engineer the technologies of tomorrow by building, integrating, and analyzing AFSIM‑based simulations that guide real decisions for Air & Space missions. Your curiosity, creativity, and technical skill directly influence future capabilities.

Why This Role Matters:

You help shape how future aircraft, weapons, sensors, and autonomous systems behave in real‑world mission environments.

Your simulations drive high‑impact research at AFRL.

Your work supports warfighters, researchers, and national decision‑makers.

Essential Job Functions:

Build and integrate AFSIM models that represent aircraft, weapons, sensors, EW, ISR, and comms systems.

Develop digital engineering pipelines using scripting, automation, and modern DevSecOps.

Analyze mission outcomes, optimize performance, and identify game‑changing insights.

Work hands‑on with AFRL researchers to turn ideas into simulated reality.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g. Aerospace Engineer, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or similar) with 8 years of experience.

Experience with at least one programming or scripting language. 

Experience with at least one simulation framework such as AFSIM, NGTS, JSE or similar. 

Familiarity with MBSE, AI/ML, or databases

Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

Desired Skills:

Active Secret clearance.

5-10 years of digital engineering, simulation, or defense experience.

Knowledge of military platforms, TTPs, CONOPS, and mission‑level analysis.

Experience with Git, Agile, and DevSecOps.

Why DCS is an Exceptional Place to Build Your Career:

100% employee‑owned—your impact matters.

Work alongside experts shaping next‑generation defense technologies.

Access to mentorship, technical learning, and DCS University.

Competitive benefits and long‑term career stability.

If you're driven by innovation, inspired by meaningful missions, and excited to engineer the future—DCS is where you belong.