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Electronic Warfare Modeling & Simulation Engineer (Mid-Level)
Location: Beavercreek, OH
Schedule: Full-Time
Compensation: $90,000 - $105,000 Annual Salary A growing defense technology team is seeking a Mid-Level Electronic Warfare Modeling & Simulation Engineer to support the development of advanced radio frequency (RF) spectrum capabilities for mission-critical programs.
This role is ideal for an engineer or physicist with experience in signal processing, radar systems, and software development who is interested in supporting the design, analysis, and modeling of current and emerging electronic warfare technologies. The selected candidate will contribute to the development of simulation environments, algorithms, and analytical tools used to evaluate complex RF systems and operational scenarios.
Key Responsibilities Develop and enhance modeling and simulation solutions supporting RF spectrum and electronic warfare applications
Design and implement algorithms that model radar, sensor, and signal processing functionality
Develop software tools and simulations using C, C++, Python, MATLAB, or related technologies
Support the analysis and evaluation of electronic warfare techniques, concepts, and system performance
Model existing and emerging ground-based defense systems and RF environments
Participate in architecture development, framework design, and technical assessments
Analyze system performance and recommend improvements to modeling approaches and algorithms
Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and subject matter experts to support mission-focused solutions
Contribute throughout the software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, validation, and documentation
Support technical reviews, experimentation activities, and model validation efforts Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical discipline
5+ years of experience in radar analysis, signal processing, RF engineering, or related technical fields
Experience with digital signal processing concepts and techniques
Proficiency developing software in C, C++, Python, or similar programming languages
Ability to work independently as well as within a collaborative engineering team environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting Agile software development environments
Knowledge of electronic warfare concepts, RF systems, signals analysis, or mission-level analysis
Experience applying statistical methods, optimization techniques, artificial intelligence, or machine learning approaches
Experience developing simulation models or analytical frameworks
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
Doctoral degree in a relevant technical field is a plus
Active security clearance Desired Skills Radar Signal Processing
Electronic Warfare Analysis
RF Modeling & Simulation
Algorithm Development
C/C++
Python
MATLAB
Machine Learning
Statistical Analysis
Systems Modeling
Technical Research
Software Development What You'll Bring Strong foundation in RF systems, signal processing, or electronic warfare technologies
Ability to solve complex technical problems in a mission-focused environment
Desire to work on cutting-edge defense and national security challenges
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Interest in advancing the state of the art in modeling and simulation technologies Work Environment Collaborative engineering team supporting advanced defense technologies
Opportunity to work on emerging electronic warfare and RF spectrum challenges
Exposure to cutting-edge modeling, simulation, and analytical tools
Fast-paced environment supporting mission-critical initiatives
Career growth opportunities within advanced research, development, and engineering programs