Senior Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Engineer

OverviewSenior Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Engineer/Program AnalystLOCATION: El Segundo, CAJOB STATUS: Full-timeCLEARANCE: TS (SCI eligible)TRAVEL: 20% of the timeSALARY RANGE: $200,000+ annually* (depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications)Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Engineer located at the Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO), United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC), Los Angeles AFB in El Segundo, CA. Astrion has worked extensively with the USSF SSC, earning a reputation for on-time delivery of high-quality products tailored to the needs of its clients.Required Qualifications / SkillsBachelor of Science (B.S.) degree15+ years of experience in a STEM field with emphasis in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Earth Science, Mathematics, Operations Analysis or related fieldExperience in the design, development, implementation, deployment, management or upgrade of a sufficiently complicated technical system within the SSIO mission spaceProficient in the systems engineering process and at least one implementation technology (e.g., software engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, mission engineering)Technical program leadership of a technical implementation teamExperience in basic team development and individual leadership trainingProficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel), Matlab, AFSIM, STK and adaptability to new analytical toolsStrong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple stakeholders and complex tasks in a fast-paced environmentWillingness to travel as required (up to 20% of the time)Preferred Qualifications / SkillsExperience with space system M&S (military, contractor, or DoD civilian) as a SETA or SE&I support staffFamiliarity with the DoD acquisition lifecycle and JCIDS processesBackground/experience in SSC mission areas: SATCOM, PNT, MW/MT, Space Weather, C3BM, Space Superiority, ISR and Ground/Network segmentsExperience implementing a space system supportive of or critical to the current SSIO mission space (e.g., SATCOM, PNT, Missile Warning/Tracking, TacISR, SBEM, BMC3, Launch)Experience in M&S of both systems and mission scenariosKnowledge of statistical performance measurements and system / scenario performance evaluationBackground in development, implementation and execution of stochastic modeling V&V programsResponsibilitiesSupport the SSIO office with development of mission‑specific and cross‑portfolio M&S services, algorithms and effective characterization of likely scenario outcomesConduct requirements traceability from Mission Areas down to implementation of appropriate representative M&S simulations capable of accurately representing the physical dynamics, operations, and overall behavior of modeled systemsModel/simulate potential SoS and FoS materiel solutions and concepts in appropriate scenarios to evaluate and recommend modernization changesModel materiel solutions that support determinations for system vulnerability, survivability and resilience, system performance including improved performance from enhancements and/or new technologiesModel materiel solutions that support utility trades, technology readiness assessment and related gathered intelligenceEstablish Modeling, Simulation & Analysis (MS&A) Verification and Validation (V&V) procedures for established MS&A tools and software upgradesConduct V&V of models used by the Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO); support maintenance of all Government models (AFSIM, SEAS, etc.), as directed by the GovernmentAssist with enterprise requirements development and JCIDS documentationAnalyze technical derivatives of cross‑cutting space requirements relevant to the simulation outcomes of implemented M&S artifactsRecommend practical, mission‑driven solutions to meet performance, affordability and sustainment goalsDevelop and present briefings, technical reports and architectural roadmapsCollaborate with SWAC, CSRO/S5R and PEO offices to define and prioritize M&S for SATCOM, PNT, Missile Warning/Tracking, TacISR, SBEM, BMC3 and Launch systems at SSC#J-18808-Ljbffr