Job Description

Are you searching for an opportunity to apply your AFSIM modeling and simulation experience to analyze interesting and complex problems with innovative software and computing capabilities?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join the Air Combat and Strike Mission Analysis Group!

We are seeking a Senior AFSIM Analyst to help us evaluate and define solutions to enable the U.S. military to conduct strike warfare and air combat operations in complex operational environments. You'll be joining a diverse and hardworking team that supports a wide-range of military sponsors and analyzes critical and challenging technical problems. We strive to foster an environment of experimentation and creativity to address some of our country's most important challenges.

We pride ourselves on our intellectual integrity, and our ability to deliver outstanding and unbiased analysis products. Our team emphasizes personal improvement and growth over short-lived success.

As a Senior AFSIM Analyst you will…

• Develop, evaluate, and analyze models and concepts of employment for ground breaking technologies such as advanced air platforms, strike weapons, and integrated multi-domain effects.
• Collaborate with our software development teams on improving our customized tools, including designing efficient representations for large datasets, testing accurate interactions across interdependent algorithms, and automating production analysis pipelines.
• Work with a team of analysts who will benefit from your experience, and senior engineers with whom you will guide the direction of analysis.
• Have opportunities to engage in independent research projects that encourage creative solutions and reward independent initiative.

You will meet our minimum qualification for the job if you…

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related area.
• Have demonstrated excellence working with AFSIM performing modeling, simulation, and analysis.
• Have knowledge in Air or Strike Warfare domains.
• Can work effectively in a highly collaborative environment and communicate sophisticated ideas directly with government civilians, military officers, and other contractors.
• Have strong scripting and programming skills with any of the following languages: Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or JAVA
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You’ll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you…

• Have a Master's or PhD degree in a technical field listed above.
• Have experience using other mission-level analysis tools such as Brawler, Suppressor, JIMM, or EADSIM.
• Have experience leading analysis teams performing mission-level analysis and providing mentoring and training to staff members.
• Have an active Top-Secret security clearance.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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