Role & Company Overview
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Title
Modeling and Simulation Engineer
KBR is seeking a highly qualified Modeling and Simulation Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will have the ability to perform analysis support modeling and simulation of complex space systems. Analysis and Modeling & Simulation actives will support analysis of technical maturation, validation of requirements, verification and validation of algorithms, and analysis of algorithms pre- and post-implementation.
Responsibilities
Analysis of space systems, performance metrics, timelines, and modelsSupport to modeling and simulation activitiesIdentify and document issues impacting both spacecraft and ground systems through objective analysis and processesProvide pre- and post-algorithm implementation and process analysis and modelingProvide support to verification and validation of algorithms including tuning, testing, and integration planningSupport orbital analysis, including threats assessments/impacts, trades, and analysesCommunicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiencesInterface with customers, directorate/office representatives, and across system engineering groups to drive resolution plans and strategies for complex technical challengesGenerate and maintain technical documentation and reports
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s STEM degree, or related field5-12 years of experience in modeling and simulation, analyzing algorithms, or verification and validations of systemsAbility to collaborate across stakeholder organizationsStrong communication skills to interface with customers, directorate/office representatives, and across system engineering groupsAbility to generate and maintain technical documentation and reportsExperience using one or more of the following: C++, Python, R, SQL, PostgreSQL, Linux, MATLAB, VBA, or STK
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s STEM degreeExperience in modeling and simulationPrior experience providing analysis supportKnowledge of impacting mission threatsPrior experience with government satellite systems and/or space situational awarenessExperience in the NROExperience with CONOPs, architecture products, and/or requirementsExperience support wargames and exercises
Security Requirements: Active Top Secret clearance and eligible for SCI. Current TS/SCI preferred.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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