Modeling And Simulation Engineer

Job Title : Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled leader to join our cutting-edge missile defense development team. In this role, you will lead the design, development, integration, and testing of advanced models and simulations supporting target detection, tracking, guidance, and engagement. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and defense experts to deliver mission-critical solutions that ensure national security. The modeling and simulation lead will manage all internal and sub-contracted activities associated with Integrated Flight Simulations and Missile Flyout Simulations, including managing software, hardware, and integrated data environment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver an Integrated Flight Simulation (IFS), which is an all-digital system performance simulation, and a Missile Flyout Simulation (MFS), which simulates real-time flyouts for testing with the tactical system in lab and field environments.
• Develop and deliver an MFS user manual that provides detailed instructions for installation and execution of simulation, along with explanation of the inputs and outputs.
• Responsible for Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Contract Deliverables (CDRLs), including interpretation of delivery needs from CDRL requirements and Data Item Descriptions (DIDs), which may include working with suppliers to develop their content to support.
• Interface with systems engineers, algorithm developers, and hardware teams to integrate and validate end-to-end system functionality.
• Lead software architecture and technical design decisions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Support testing activities, including simulation, modeling, hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), and live-fire scenarios.
• Ensure software meets Department of Defense (DoD) standards for cybersecurity, anti-tamper, safety, and quality.
• Author and maintain technical documentation in support of program reviews and compliance requirements.
• Support program working groups and other customer program milestones.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work Environment

The position is ideally based in HSV, with the facility expected to be established there in the future. However, the role will primarily be remote with VPN access as needed. The candidate must be willing to travel to Israel three times within the first six months and be on-site in HSV twice.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $80.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.