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NT Concepts · 4 months ago

Simulation Specialist

Chantilly, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

NT Concepts is a private, mid-tier company that focuses on providing data and technology solutions for the Intelligence and Defense communities. They are seeking a Modeling & Simulation Specialist to support the development and integration of advanced AI capabilities and digital engineering methods to enhance national security and mission-critical functions. The role involves collaborating with various engineering disciplines to create and implement advanced modeling and simulation frameworks for defense and intelligence applications.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Architect, design, and implement advanced modeling and simulation frameworks for defense, intelligence, and mission-critical applications

Introduce new simulation methodologies, digital engineering tools, and AI-enabled M&S capabilities to improve realism, scalability, and decision-making value

Partner with system engineers, data scientists, operators, and mission planners to align simulation outputs with real-world operational needs

Translate mission needs into simulation requirements for company and government leader validation and verification

Develop models and simulation frameworks to integrate with existing DoD architectures, digital twins, and enterprise-level platforms

Monitor advancements in AI, cloud computing, physics-based modeling, and immersive visualization to ensure standards and simulations remain relevant and scalable

Ensure all models meet rigorous technical, operational, and mission assurance standards for accuracy, repeatability, and credibility

Execute plans for experiments, demonstrations, and evaluations across simulation architectures, including software-only, hardware-in-the-loop, and open-air range implementations

Perform data analysis on simulation results and provide recommendations to improve performance of systems under development

Qualification

Model-Based Systems EngineeringLiveVirtualConstructive simulationHigh-level programming languageVerificationValidationAccreditationCloud computingAI/ML integrationSimulation frameworksClient management skillsLeadership skillsProblem-solvingCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related technical discipline

8+ years of professional experience in modeling, simulation, or digital engineering for defense, aerospace, or intelligence programs

Demonstrated expertise with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., Cameo, MagicDraw, Rhapsody) and standards (e.g., SysML, UML)

Strong background in Live, Virtual, Constructive (LVC) simulation environments and federated architectures (e.g., HLA, DIS)

Proficiency in at least one high-level programming language (e.g., Python, C++, Java, MATLAB, Julia) for simulation development

Experience with Verification, Validation, and Accreditation (VV&A) processes for DoD or mission-critical systems

Understanding of cloud and hybrid computing environments for large-scale simulation execution

Familiarity with AI/ML integration into simulation environments and digital twin ecosystems

Proven ability to translate operational needs into technical simulation requirements

Active TS required

Preferred

Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related technical discipline

Experience with Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) simulation software such as xPatch or equivalent

Cursory knowledge of modeling and simulation architectures, tools, and technologies, including AFSIM, NGTS, NEWEG, EWIRDB, TMAP, ITASE, and MASTER JDI

Strong experience in developing and deploying production-level Modeling and Simulation environments supporting Defense clients

Advanced understanding of demonstrating digital engineering capabilities to Defense clients

Strong leadership skills with ability to recruit, build, and retain talent

Strong briefing and client management skills to build and enhance client relationships

Knowledge of modern threats and capabilities for peer and near-peer adversaries

Background working in a classified lab and/or open-air range environment

Strong skills in the areas of communication, leadership, flexibility, problem-solving, innovation & creativity, and organization

Ability to work constructively in a team environment