Modeling and Simulation Engineer Location: Bedford, MA (100% Onsite) Length: 6 Month Contract to Hire *Top Secret Clearance Required* Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Support and conduct ...
Modeling and Simulation Engineer Location: Bedford, MA (100% Onsite) Length: 6 Month Contract to Hire *Top Secret Clearance Required* Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Support and conduct ...
Modeling and Simulation Engineer 3 with Security Clearance
Pocasset, MA · On-site
$101K - $145K/yr
The M&S Engineer will apply knowledge about hydrodynamics, virtual models, and HII's unmanned ... This will involve integration of vehicle hardware with the simulator and software development to ...
Modeling and Simulation Engineer 3 with Security Clearance
Pocasset, MA · On-site
$101K - $145K/yr
The M&S Engineer will apply knowledge about hydrodynamics, virtual models, and HII's unmanned ... This will involve integration of vehicle hardware with the simulator and software development to ...
Senior Engineer, XBAT Simulation Modeling (R4546) (TX/SD/BOS)
Boston, MA · On-site
$105K - $155K/yr
As a Senior Modeling & Simulation Engineer, you will be dedicated to Shield AI's next-generation aircraft program, contributing to our modeling and simulation tooling pipeline. You'll design, build ...
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Senior Engineer, XBAT Simulation Modeling (R4546) (TX/SD/BOS)
Boston, MA · On-site
$105K - $155K/yr
As a Senior Modeling & Simulation Engineer, you will be dedicated to Shield AI's next-generation aircraft program, contributing to our modeling and simulation tooling pipeline. You'll design, build ...
As a Senior Modeling & Simulation Engineer, you will be dedicated to Shield AI's next-generation aircraft program, contributing to our modeling and simulation tooling pipeline. You'll design, build ...
As a Senior Modeling & Simulation Engineer, you will be dedicated to Shield AI's next-generation aircraft program, contributing to our modeling and simulation tooling pipeline. You'll design, build ...
Senior Engineer, XBAT Simulation Modeling (R4546) (TX/SD/BOS) with Security Clearance
Boston, MA · On-site
As a Senior Modeling & Simulation Engineer, you will be dedicated to Shield AI's next-generation aircraft program, contributing to our modeling and simulation tooling pipeline. You'll design, build ...
Senior Engineer, XBAT Simulation Modeling (R4546) (TX/SD/BOS) with Security Clearance
Boston, MA · On-site
As a Senior Modeling & Simulation Engineer, you will be dedicated to Shield AI's next-generation aircraft program, contributing to our modeling and simulation tooling pipeline. You'll design, build ...
The group is seeking a Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer to assist in developing our existing codebases for physics and electronic warfare modelling. These Matlab codebases allow for ...
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The group is seeking a Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer to assist in developing our existing codebases for physics and electronic warfare modelling. These Matlab codebases allow for ...
Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer
Lexington, MA · On-site
$75 - $100/hr
The group is seeking a Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer to assist in developing our existing codebases for physics and electronic warfare modelling. These Matlab codebases allow for ...
Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer
Lexington, MA · On-site
$75 - $100/hr
The group is seeking a Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer to assist in developing our existing codebases for physics and electronic warfare modelling. These Matlab codebases allow for ...
Flight Computer Software-in-the-Loop Simulation Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$82K - $220K/yr
A Flight Computer Software-in-the-Loop Simulation Engineer designs, develops and refines dynamic models, simulations and computing infrastructure for rapid assessment, integration, and test of new ...
Flight Computer Software-in-the-Loop Simulation Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$82K - $220K/yr
A Flight Computer Software-in-the-Loop Simulation Engineer designs, develops and refines dynamic models, simulations and computing infrastructure for rapid assessment, integration, and test of new ...
Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer
Lexington, MA · On-site
$75 - $100/hr
The group is seeking a Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer to assist in developing our existing codebases for physics and electronic warfare modelling. These Matlab codebases allow for ...
Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer
Lexington, MA · On-site
$75 - $100/hr
The group is seeking a Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer to assist in developing our existing codebases for physics and electronic warfare modelling. These Matlab codebases allow for ...
Principal Software Engineer, Design Simulation
Wilmington, MA · On-site
$147K - $197K/yr
What we need As a Principal Software Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of simulation systems and tools responsible for supporting the design, development, qualification, and ...
Principal Software Engineer, Design Simulation
Wilmington, MA · On-site
$147K - $197K/yr
What we need As a Principal Software Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of simulation systems and tools responsible for supporting the design, development, qualification, and ...
Flight Computer Software-in-the-Loop Simulation Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$82K - $220K/yr
A Flight Computer Software-in-the-Loop Simulation Engineer designs, develops and refines dynamic models, simulations and computing infrastructure for rapid assessment, integration, and test of new ...
Flight Computer Software-in-the-Loop Simulation Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$82K - $220K/yr
A Flight Computer Software-in-the-Loop Simulation Engineer designs, develops and refines dynamic models, simulations and computing infrastructure for rapid assessment, integration, and test of new ...
Backed by top VC firms, we are poised to disrupt the billion-dollar engineering simulation industry with our fast-growing trajectory The Mission The semiconductor industry is hitting a "thermal wall ...
Backed by top VC firms, we are poised to disrupt the billion-dollar engineering simulation industry with our fast-growing trajectory The Mission The semiconductor industry is hitting a "thermal wall ...
Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer
Lexington, MA · On-site
$75 - $100/hr
The group is seeking a Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer to assist in developing our existing codebases for physics and electronic warfare modelling. These Matlab codebases allow for ...
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Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer
Lexington, MA · On-site
$75 - $100/hr
The group is seeking a Systems Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer to assist in developing our existing codebases for physics and electronic warfare modelling. These Matlab codebases allow for ...
Backed by top VC firms, we are poised to disrupt the billion-dollar engineering simulation industry with our fast-growing trajectory The Mission The semiconductor industry is hitting a "thermal wall ...
Quick apply
Backed by top VC firms, we are poised to disrupt the billion-dollar engineering simulation industry with our fast-growing trajectory The Mission The semiconductor industry is hitting a "thermal wall ...
Backed by top VC firms, we are poised to disrupt the billion-dollar engineering simulation industry with our fast-growing trajectory The Mission The semiconductor industry is hitting a "thermal wall ...
Backed by top VC firms, we are poised to disrupt the billion-dollar engineering simulation industry with our fast-growing trajectory The Mission The semiconductor industry is hitting a "thermal wall ...
Principal Hardware in the Loop Simulation Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$95 - $245/hr
The Digital Engineering and Enabling Technologies Division is seeking a Principal Digital Engineering Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) simulation Architect to apply systems-thinking and advanced ...
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Principal Hardware in the Loop Simulation Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$95 - $245/hr
The Digital Engineering and Enabling Technologies Division is seeking a Principal Digital Engineering Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) simulation Architect to apply systems-thinking and advanced ...
New
Principal Hardware in the Loop Simulation Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$95 - $245/hr
The Digital Engineering and Enabling Technologies Division is seeking a Principal Digital Engineering Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) simulation Architect to apply systems-thinking and advanced ...
Principal Hardware in the Loop Simulation Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$95 - $245/hr
The Digital Engineering and Enabling Technologies Division is seeking a Principal Digital Engineering Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) simulation Architect to apply systems-thinking and advanced ...
... and programming, utilization of simulator equipment, and updates related to simulation education * Provide information to support grant submissions as requested * Support active research through ...
... and programming, utilization of simulator equipment, and updates related to simulation education * Provide information to support grant submissions as requested * Support active research through ...
The Digital Engineering and Enabling Technologies Division is seeking a Principal Digital Engineering Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) simulation Architect to apply systems-thinking and advanced ...
The Digital Engineering and Enabling Technologies Division is seeking a Principal Digital Engineering Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) simulation Architect to apply systems-thinking and advanced ...
The Digital Engineering and Enabling Technologies Division is seeking a Principal Digital Engineering Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) simulation Architect to apply systems-thinking and advanced ...
The Digital Engineering and Enabling Technologies Division is seeking a Principal Digital Engineering Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) simulation Architect to apply systems-thinking and advanced ...
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What is a simulator engineer?
What is the difference between Simulator Engineer vs Test Engineer?
| Aspect | Simulator Engineer | Test Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Required credentials | Bachelor's or higher in engineering, specialized training in simulation | Bachelor's or higher in engineering, quality assurance, or related field |
| Work environment | Designing, developing, and testing simulation systems in labs or offices | Conducting tests on products or systems in labs, manufacturing, or field settings |
| Employer & industry usage | Used mainly in aerospace, defense, automotive, and training sectors | Common across manufacturing, software, aerospace, and automotive industries |
Simulator Engineers focus on creating and refining simulation systems to mimic real-world scenarios, while Test Engineers primarily evaluate and validate products or systems through testing procedures. Both roles require technical expertise and often collaborate, but Simulator Engineers specialize in simulation development, whereas Test Engineers concentrate on quality assurance and performance validation.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a simulator engineer, and why are they important?
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Job description
Location: Bedford, MA (100% Onsite)
Length: 6 Month Contract to Hire *Top Secret Clearance Required* Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Support and conduct simulation studies covering system and component performance, engineering trade-offs, system effectiveness, cost, and logistics. • Review modeling work for compliance with regulations and best practices. • Develop and maintain modeling best practices. • Analyze complex technical problems and develop relevant models and constraints for dynamic structural, thermal, and other analyses. • Support the development of appropriate models to solve complex weapon system issues, including networking and communications. • Apply advanced software and systems methods, theories, and research techniques to investigate and solve complex technical problems. • Analyze, evaluate, and plan methods of approach and organize resources to achieve solutions to complex technical problems. • Conduct investigations and tests of considerable complexity. • Evaluate vendor capabilities to determine the ability to provide required products or services. • Provide technical consultation to technical staff and other organizations. • Work with onsite analysts and government clients to verify intelligence data required for modeling and simulation analyses across engineering and mission-level models. • Gather capabilities and performance data for classified threat systems to support proper threat model characterization. • Apply analysis tools, object models, and analytical techniques to support mission-level analyses, including military communications network performance, susceptibility to threats, concept alternatives characterization, development planning, and assessments of new systems, technologies, effectiveness, and lethality. • Employ Digital Engineering, Digital Thread, and Digital Twin techniques across the system lifecycle. • Support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) efforts through technical analysis and program support. Qualifications:
• 5+ years of engineering experience. • Bachelor’s degree in a related field. • Experience reviewing modeling work for compliance with regulations and best practices. • Experience developing and maintaining modeling best practices. • Experience analyzing complex problems and developing relevant models and constraints for dynamic structural, thermal, or similar analyses. • Experience reviewing and supporting development of models for complex weapon system issues, including networking and communications. • Background in software engineering with modeling and simulation, radar, or communications. • Experience with RF and antenna modeling and simulation. • Experience with technical writing and work in a research environment. • Experience with command and control processes. • Experience in an LVC environment. • Ability to assess RF performance using software tools. • Ability to adapt current and externally sourced models as needed. • Experience with modeling and simulation tools such as System Tool Kit (STK), AFSIM, Riverbed Modeler, or similar tools. • Experience in data management and in composing documentation, analysis reports, and briefings. • Experience coding in MATLAB, Simulink, or C++. • Strong statistical analysis or operations research skills. • Must be a U.S. citizen with a current Top Secret clearance. POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED. Digital Prospectors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Digital Prospectors affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment. Come see why DPC has achieved:
• 4.9/5 Star Glassdoor rating and the only staffing company (< 1000 employees) to be voted in the national Top 10 ‘Employee’s Choice - Best Places to Work’ by Glassdoor.
• Voted ‘Best Staffing Firm to Temp/Contract For’ 8 consecutive years in a row by Staffing Industry Analysts as well as a ‘Best Company to Work For’ by Forbes, Fortune and Inc. magazine. As you are applying, please join us in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion by completing the Invitation to Self-Identify form today! www.LoveYourJob.com
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Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Exeter, NH, US
Year founded
1999