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Leidos

AFSIM Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Dayton, OH · On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

Leidos is seeking an AFSIM Modeling and Simulation Engineer with an active TS/SCI at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. This role combines strong technical expertise with excellent collaboration ...

Leidos

AFSIM Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Dayton, OH · On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

Leidos is seeking an AFSIM Modeling and Simulation Engineer with an active TS/SCI at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. This role combines strong technical expertise with excellent collaboration ...

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What is an AFSIM job?

An AFSIM job typically involves working with the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM), a government-developed tool used for simulating military operations and systems. Professionals in this field create, analyze, and optimize combat simulations to support decision-making and strategy development. They often have backgrounds in engineering, computer science, or operations research and work for defense contractors, government agencies, or military organizations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Afsim position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an AFSim (Advanced Framework for Simulation Integration and Modeling) Analyst, you need a solid background in modeling and simulation, systems engineering, and experience with military or defense simulation environments. Familiarity with the AFSim platform, scripting languages such as Lua or Python, and relevant security clearances are typically required. Strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and effective communication help you collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and interpret complex data. These skills ensure you can create accurate, meaningful simulations that support decision-making and mission planning in defense contexts.

What are some typical projects or tasks that an AFSim Analyst might work on within a defense organization?

AFSim Analysts are often tasked with developing and running advanced simulations to model military scenarios, assess system performance, and evaluate the impact of new technologies or tactics. They may work on projects ranging from air combat modeling to integrated mission simulations, collaborating closely with engineers, scientists, and military planners. Daily responsibilities usually involve scenario scripting, data analysis, model development, and presenting findings to stakeholders. This role frequently requires adapting simulations to evolving mission needs, making it both dynamic and integral to strategic decision-making.

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AFSIM Software Engineer/Architect

John H. Northrop & Associates

Fort Novosel, AL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Software Engineer/Architect - AFSIM Modeling & Simulation
Overview:
Aether Aerospace has an immediate opening for Software Engineer/Architect specializing in Modeling, Simulation and Analysis (MS&A) to support the Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Maneuver Air, U.S. Army Air Maneuver Battle Lab (AMBL) at Fort Rucker, AL. This role will directly support Army Aviation modernization initiatives by advancing the transition from legacy Modeling, Simulation and Analysis (MS&A) environment to a modernized integrated digital environment (IDE) including tools like the Air Force Synthetic Environment for Integrated Simulation (AFSIM). The selected candidate, working as part of a MS&A team, will help develop next-generation simulation capabilities as part of the IDE supporting Mission Engineering activities such as operational simulation, experimentation, concept development, mission analysis, and future aviation requirements.
The ideal candidate has strong software development skills, experience with Department of War Modeling & Simulation environments focused around AFSIM and enjoys solving complex engineering problems while working closely with Army engineers, operators, and capability developers.
Roles/Responsibilities:
  • Support Army Aviation modernization efforts through development and integration of advanced MS&A capabilities utilizing AFSIM as part of an integrated digital environment (IDE).
  • Assist Government engineers in transitioning legacy ATCOM models, data, and analytical workflows into AFSIM-based architectures.
  • Design, develop, test, and maintain software and hardware components as part of the IDE supporting mission-level simulations, operational analyses, and aviation experimentation.
  • Applying AI/ML and other algorithms, develop Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) compliant software modules, plugins and reusable simulation components within AFSIM and other tools. Ensure scalability of software and the IDE.
  • Collaborate within-house and external government engineers and subject matter experts to model Army Aviation platforms, sensors, weapons, communications, electronic warfare systems, threat environments, aircraft survivability and operational behaviors.
  • Support development of manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) and launched effects scenarios and emerging Army aviation operational concepts including implementation in the MS&A environment.
  • Participate in mission engineering and mission effectiveness analyses
  • Develop and maintain simulation scenarios supporting concept experimentation, mission analysis, and capability development.
  • Participate in software architecture, code reviews, configuration management, and Agile software development activities.
  • Integrate new capabilities into the new IDE MS&A environments while ensuring interoperability between Government-directed simulation tools.
  • Troubleshoot software and hardware issues, optimize simulation performance, and improve model fidelity.
  • Support verification, validation, accreditation, and configuration control activities for AFSIM and other simulation and analysis models and software components to attain and retain Authorization to Operate within the IDE.
  • Analyze simulation outputs and communicate technical findings through reports, presentations, and engineering documentation.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including systems engineers and architects, software developers, information technology specialists, military analysts, aviators, and operational users.
  • Support prototype development, experimentation events, and technology demonstrations in support of Army Aviation capability development.
  • Maintain familiarity with emerging Army Aviation concepts, Future Vertical Lift (FVL) initiatives, and evolving operational requirements.

Required Qualifications:
  • Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen with an Active DoD Secret Clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Operations Research technical fields.
  • Experience developing, integrating, or extending AFSIM or comparable military simulation frameworks.
  • Understanding of modular open systems approach software architecture, systems engineering principles, and simulation development lifecycle.
  • Experience developing software using C++, C#, or similar object-oriented programming languages in MOSA compliant applications
  • Experience supporting Modeling Simulation and Analysis software development within a Department of War or aerospace environment.

JHNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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