Modeling Simulation Engineer Jobs in Watertown, MA

Who We Are
We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. We are a part of Textron Inc, one of the world's leading multi-industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat and many more. Our company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services.
But our business is all about people - the customers who rely on us and the exceptional team that brings our mission to life.
We've been in the industry for more than 50 years and embraced the unique capabilities that come with being a mid-sized player. We bring the agility of a small business to meet our customers' most urgent requirements and empower our team members to push past possible. We can scale quickly to solve the big problems, working across functions, sites, and business lines to make it happen. We're comprised of 7 domains specializing in Air, Sea, Land, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations.
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About This Role
Textron Systems Weapon Systems is seeking a full-time Modeling & Simulation Engineer with experience in structural and dynamic simulation, preferably using LS-DYNA, to support advanced weapon system development programs in Wilmington, MA. The candidate should possess strong analytical and communication skills and be comfortable working within a multidisciplinary engineering team. This position requires that the candidate be a U.S. citizen with, or capable of receiving, a Secret level security clearance.
Responsibilities
We believe people should love what they do - in this role, you will be responsible for:
• Developing and executing high-fidelity structural, dynamic, and impact simulations using finite element analysis (FEA) tools, with LS-DYNA preferred.
• Building, validating, and maintaining physics-based models to predict weapon system performance across a range of operational and environmental conditions.
• Conducting trade studies and parametric analyses to support design decisions and system optimization.
• Correlating simulation results with physical test data to validate and improve model fidelity.
• Generating simulation-based predictions in support of system qualification, certification, and proposal activities.
• Preparing detailed technical reports, model documentation, and analysis presentations for internal teams and customers.
• Collaborating with mechanical, systems, and test engineers throughout all phases of product development.
• For Level III: Leading M&S efforts on complex programs and providing technical guidance to junior engineers.
The candidate should have demonstrated experience in computational mechanics and structural simulation applied to defense or aerospace hardware. Specific qualifications include:
• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline with at least 2 years (Level II) or 5+ years (Level III) of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with at least one FEA software package; LS-DYNA experience strongly preferred. ANSYS or ABAQUS also considered.
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics, material behavior, and failure modes under dynamic and impact loading.
• Experience with explicit dynamic or terminal ballistics simulations is a plus.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes and MIL-SPEC/MIL-STD standards is a plus.
• Possesses or has the ability to obtain a Secret level security clearance.
*This role is open at multiple levels. Candidates will be hired at a level consistent with their background and experience:

• Level II: $92,600-$139,600
• Level III: $115,800-$176,200

How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful.
Our company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy compressed work week schedulethat varies by allowing for additional days off such as 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays off work!
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy over 6 weeks of total paid time off (PTO) that consist of 120 hours of vacation, 56 hours of illness/personal time and 80 hours of holiday.
• Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in investing in the progress and growth of our employee's.Receive up to $10,000 for relevant graduate degrees per calendar year.
• Dress for Your Day : No day is the same, so we don't think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting, wear jeans for a casual day at the office or on the shop floor.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Choose plans that fit your lifestyle- 3 medical plans, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, additional life insurance coverage. Company paid benefits include basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability and employee assistance program. Comprehensive wellness incentive plan and annual fitness reimbursement program.
• Future Savings: Receive a company contribution to your 401k up to 9% of your salary! The earlier you start your career with us, the more you save.
• Employee Discounts: We provide a one-stop-shop for access to exclusive offers and deep discounts from over 30,000 merchants and millions of products such as Bose, Apple, FitBit, HP, At&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, travel discounts and more!
• Many More Benefits: Textron Systems offers additional benefits such as service awards, cell phone retail discounts, travel and gym membership discounts, emergency travel assistance, home and auto discounts, adoption assistance and more!

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