Modeling & Simulation Scientist
dcsQuantico (VA)
Modeling & Simulation Scientist
Posted 3 days ago
dcsQuantico (VA)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
At DCS, people come first. As an employee‑owned company, every person contributes to and shares in our success. We take pride in being a place where innovators, problem‑solvers, and builders of the future can thrive. If you’re looking for a role where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your work directly supports mission‑critical decisions, you’ll feel right at home here. You’ll join a tight‑knit Modeling, Simulation & Analysis (MS&A) team known for collaboration, creativity, and a genuine passion for solving complex defense challenges. We foster an environment where you can grow your technical strengths, explore new tools, and work side‑by‑side with experts who are eager to share knowledge. Together, we tackle projects that influence next‑generation military capabilities and shape the future of national defense.
Essential Job Functions:
Build detailed military models and entities Work closely with operators and warfighters to craft mission scenarios that reflect authentic operational conditions Develop dynamic scripting for realistic behaviors and interactions Support MS&A study design and execution Analyze simulation results and present insights to stakeholders Work with agile software teams to enhance MS&A solutions Collaborate with study leads and customers to refine technical approaches You’ll be part of a culture that values curiosity, continuous learning, and teamwork, where people genuinely enjoy working together and supporting each other's success.
Required Skills:
Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required. Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility BS degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or related technical field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience Experience with MS&A software for system modeling and scenario development, including tools such as AFSIM, NGTS, CommandPE, OneSAF, or equivalent simulation environments Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to apply analytical and scientific methods Scripting or programming experience Ability to work well within collaborative teams Ability to travel as needed Desired Skills: MS degree in a relevant technical discipline Active TS/SCI or higher Direct experience using AFSIM to create engagement and/or mission level studies Experience developing virtual wargames Exposure to STK, JMP, Python, or R Familiarity with modern U.S. and foreign military systems
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