Join Leidos: Shaping the Future of Space Intelligence
Location: This role is based in Dayton, OH, putting you at the heart of space and counter-space innovation.
Clearance Requirement: Active DoD Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI
Are you passionate about space, cutting-edge technologies, and intelligence analysis? Leidos is seeking a Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support groundbreaking missions at the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) and the National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC) located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact on global space intelligence and defense.
Why Leidos? At Leidos, we don't just offer jobs—we provide careers fueled by purpose, collaboration, and innovation. As part of our team, you'll work on fascinating projects with world-class experts, utilizing state-of-the-art tools to explore and enhance space intelligence capabilities.
What You'll Do:
As a key contributor to our team, you will:
- Dive deep into research on foreign satellite systems to uncover critical insights.
- Develop cutting-edge space and counter-space models and simulations that shape intelligence analysis objectives.
- Assess the technical capabilities and potential of foreign space systems to inform impactful decision-making.
- Integrate advanced space models and vehicle components into current modeling environments.
- Deliver high-confidence solutions to complex challenges in space systems analysis.
Skills We Value:
We are looking for exceptional individuals who bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and less than 2 years of experience in Modeling & Simulation (M&S). Additional experience, certifications, or trainings may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Active DoD Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI
- Expertise in MATLAB/Simulink and related toolboxes for designing and documenting simulations.
- Proficiency in both C++ (3+ years) and Python (2+ years) to support innovative development.
- A collaborative mindset and strong analytical skills to thrive both independently and within dynamic teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
While not required, these will set you apart:
- An active DoD TS/SCI clearance.
- Advanced educational credentials such as a BS or higher in Electrical Engineering.
- Proven experience within the Intelligence Community at NASIC/NSIC.
EIO2024
Original Posting:April 22, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:Pay Range $55,250.00 - $99,875.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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