Position Description & QualificationsSerco seeks a Simulation Systems and Test Engineer for its Combat Air Force Distributed Mission Operations (CAF DMO) 3.0 program in Hampton, VA. The CAF DMO 3.0 program, via its Distributed Mission Operations Network (DMON), provides world‑class integration training in large force and small team formats to combat units around the globe against cutting‑edge threats in a boundless virtual battlespace. The U.S. Air Force can only utilize its full capability against modern threats in a virtual environment. Be a part of that environment and continue to make the USAF the best air force in the world.This position is contingent upon your ability to maintain/transfer a DoD Secret Security clearance.ResponsibilitiesSupport simulation system and application integration, evaluation, and interoperability test to support DMON and JSE training operations.Use industry‑standard tools for simulation test and evaluation to include Wireshark, simulation protocol analysis, and GFE and Commercial Computer Generated Forces (CGFs).Assist in detailed analysis of network and computational system performance including latency, bandwidth, jitter, and system occupancy measures.Help develop and maintain test plans and procedures to document and drive test activities.Draft comprehensive test reports based on completed integration, test, evaluation, and verification tasks performed.Assist in the development of CONOPS and multiple COAs for implementation and deployment of the evaluated simulation capabilities.Contribute to other areas of the engineering life cycle to include requirements review and assessment, training operations support, and basic system administration functions.Produce well‑defined, concise, and directed test procedures and test cases under the guidance of senior engineers.Support program and team processes by using tools from the Atlassian Suite of products to include JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo, and X‑Ray.Participate in peer reviews, test bed maintenance and updates, and programming, testing, and debugging activities.Write and maintain scripts and support application (PowerShell, Cygwin, VBasic, etc.) programs, to enable efficiencies in test artifact creation and task execution.Help identify production and non‑production application issues, assist in developing solutions, and implement necessary changes.QualificationsAn active DoD Secret Security clearance and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI and SAP/SAR.A Bachelor's degree in an applicable STEM curriculum (e.g., Data Analysis, System Engineering, Math, Computer Science, Physics, etc.) or similar.5 years of engineering experience performing test, integration, SW development, or embedded systems engineering activities.Experience supporting DoD customers and personnel in a technical capacity.Familiarity or experience with development, test and evaluation of military training or operational systems.Must possess, or obtain within six months, a DoD 8140 IAT Level II or higher (i.e., Security+, CySA+, CISSP).The ability to travel up to 10%.Additional Desired Experience and SkillsFamiliarity with Military training systems, products, and capabilities.Exposure to or experience in M&S development, test, and integration.Knowledge of or experience with the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE).Possess or obtain within six months, a Linux OS certification (i.e., Linux+, RHCSA, etc.).Understanding or familiarity with DIS IEEE1278.1 or HLA IEEE 1516 protocols.Pay TransparencyOur Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance‑based incentives, and benefits that promote well‑being and work‑life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time‑off programs that support work‑life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long‑term incentive opportunities.BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceRobust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract401(k) plan that includes employer matching fundsTuition reimbursement programLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsEmployee Assistance PlanEEO StatementSerco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.#J-18808-Ljbffr