Radar Modeling Simulation Analysis Associate Systems Engineer
The Radar Modeling Simulation Analysis Associate Systems Engineer at Confidential Client supports mission-critical defense systems by developing and applying advanced modeling, simulation, and analysis techniques for radar and sensor systems. This role involves software development in C++ and Python, data analytics, verification and validation of simulations against flight data, and contributing to system performance evaluation and operational effectiveness. The position requires active security clearances and offers opportunities to innovate within a collaborative engineering environment focused on national security.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
Confidential client is seeking an entry-level Radar Modeling & Simulation engineer to join a Foundational Systems Engineering team in Linthicum, MD. You will accelerate delivery of mission capabilities by building, integrating, and validating advanced models and simulations of platforms, sensors, and weapons — and analyzing their interactions with operational environments.
- Utilize Modeling, Simulation, Experimentation & Analysis (MSE&A) using object‑oriented C++ design, advanced data structures, and test-driven development.
- Develop large-scale data analytics, probability/statistics models, and apply design-of-experiments to evaluate system and mission performance.
- Integrate simulation models with operational flight software; collect and analyze lab/flight test data and verify/validate simulation performance against test data.
- Produce publication-quality reports and artifacts to support formal Verification, Validation & Accreditation (VVA) of simulations.
- Build and extend system simulation frameworks, performance models, threat and command-and-control models.
- Model operational environments, run trade studies, and recommend architecture alternatives based on simulation results.
- Implement real-time simulation behavior, visualization tools, and advanced graphical user interfaces.
- Perform operational and mission-effectiveness analysis; innovate to improve MSE&A products.
Basic Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Completing or recently completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or a closely related technical field.
- Experience programming in C/C++, Python and/or shell scripting (Bash, C‑shell) on Linux and Windows.
- Experience with digital signal processing (DSP) and complex-valued signal data.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Ability to obtain a final U.S. Government Secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) access prior to start.
Preferred Qualifications
The following skills and experiences are strongly preferred:
- Current/active U.S. Government Secret clearance or higher.
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related field.
- Strong C++ experience and familiarity with MATLAB for analytical modeling.
- Domain experience simulating RF, EO/IR, communications, or related sensor systems.
- Experience with real-time/reactive simulation software and high-performance computing.
- Familiarity with statistics, design of experiments, predictive analytics, and HPC tools.
- Experience developing and validating radar modes, adaptive signal processing, and optimal estimation theory.
- Knowledge of Systems Engineering, Integration & Test processes.
- Experience with DPC, CUDA, OpenCL, Verilog, VHDL, or domain‑specific languages.
- Experience with Agile and/or SAFe methodologies.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $72,700 — $109,100 (annual). Offers depend on experience, education, skills, and market factors.
- Eligible positions may include overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus opportunities.
- Benefits package may include health plans, retirement/savings plans, paid time off, education assistance, training & development, and other standard offerings.
Clearance & Location
- This is a full-time, on-site role in Linthicum, MD.
- Relocation assistance may be available.
- This role is contingent on contract award and successful obtaining/transfer of a final U.S. Government Secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) access. U.S. Citizenship is required.
Why This Role
- Work on mission-critical, real-world systems for national security within a technically diverse engineering organization.
- Strong learning environment with mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Hands-on experience with advanced modeling, simulation, and verification methods that directly inform system design and operations.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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