Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Job Description
BAE Systems is looking for Modeling and Simulation support to a military training program. The candidate will work with a team of engineers, training developers, and instructors to deliver an integrated technical training solution to the military customer. The position is hybrid and will require at least 3 days per week in the office. The successful candidate will have a combination of military modeling and simulation expertise, engineering knowledge, and business strategy experience.
Job Tasks:

• Modeling and Simulation Design and Integration:
  • Design solutions for the military application of modeling and simulation including: wargaming, training, education, exercises, and planning.
  • Research and recommend modeling and simulation tools and methods for modeling and simulating aggregate air and joint campaigns from the tactical to operational levels
  • Lead the integration and deployment of constructive modeling and simulation tools, and assist in their employment in live, virtual, constructive (LVC) environments.
• Engineering Management and Execution:
  • Lead engineering design and review processes
  • Drive system integration work involving off-the-shelf and developmental software and hardware, overseeing all components of this effort
  • Oversee system test planning and system tests; ensure all testing is scheduled and occurs
• Business Strategy
  • Contribute to development of business strategy for follow-on and adjacent work
  • Recommend and insert modeling and simulation solutions and methods into new business solutions as appropriate
  • Contribute technical expertise and writing input for proposals
• Travel:
• This role requires domestic and international travel.

Location: Rockville, MD; Huntsville, AL; Orlando, FL
Clearance: Secret
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Skills:

• Modeling and Simulation for military end-users: constructive, aggregate campaign-level combat models for military forces
• High-Level Architecture (HLA) for communications

General Skills:

• Technical writing
• Briefing development and presentation

Education: At least a Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or systems engineering (Master's/PhD preferred)
Experience: 10+ years' experience in defense/aerospace systems engineering, solution architecture, or technical leadership
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Skills:

• Experience working with military customers in wargaming, training, education, exercises, and planning
• Familiarity with air and joint military operations
• Business strategy and proposal writing

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $136000 - $231200
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.