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V2X Inc · 3 weeks ago

Modeling and Simulation Engineer (Multi-Domain Physics)

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

V2X Inc is a company focused on aerospace research and product development. The Modeling and Simulation Engineer will develop actuator models and system-level integrations, creating and validating mathematical models and multi-body dynamic simulations to analyze the performance of various systems.

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Responsibilities

Develop multi-domain physics-based plant models and multi-body dynamic simulations for aerospace systems, including actuators, thermal fluid systems, and dynamic mechanical systems

Validate models using experimental lab data, application testing, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) setups

Support controls integration with system-level simulations for closed-loop performance verification and stability analysis

Analyze actuator-structure interactions, load transmission, and transient responses using multi-domain coupling techniques

Refine and update models based on experimental results to improve predictive accuracy and reliability

Collaborate with global teams and product teams to define modeling objectives, assumptions, and expected results while ensuring the technical quality of model deliverables

Document analysis processes and produce traceable verification artifacts, including interface control documents and verification matrices

Mentor junior engineers, support global modeling efforts, and champion best practices for modeling and simulation workflows

Qualification

MATLABSimulinkSimscapeModelingSimulation toolsHardware-in-the-loopTechnical data analysisSystems engineering principlesCross-functional communicationAerospace standardsSPDM toolsCAD/FEA workflowsMentoring

Required

Minimum of six (6) years of relevant professional experience, including hands-on work in modeling mechanical, thermal fluid, pneumatic, and actuator systems

Expertise in MATLAB, Simulink, and Simscape (including Simscape Fluids) for modeling mechanical, thermal fluid, pneumatic, and actuator systems

Proficiency in modeling and simulation tools for dynamic systems and thermal-fluid systems

Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testbeds, real-time model deployment, and system testing

Ability to implement systems engineering principles for simulation activities, including multidisciplinary system coupling and actuator integration

Strong technical data analysis, model refinement, and verification skills using experimental and flight test data

Excellent cross-functional communication and teamwork abilities, including mentoring, technical oversight, and delivering traceable verification artifacts

Familiarity with aerospace and defense standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810/DO-254)

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited institution

Preferred

Ten (10) years or more of relevant professional experience, including hands-on work in modeling mechanical, thermal fluid, pneumatic, and actuator systems

Knowledge of Simulation Process Data Management (SPDM) tools

Experience with advanced modeling software such as Siemens Amesim

Hands-on experience with multi-body dynamics and actuator-structure interaction assessments

Exposure to CAD/FEA workflows, thermal-stress analyses, and experimental testing

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or a related discipline strongly preferred but not required

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits

Wellness programs

Paid time off, including holidays

Learning and Development resources

Employee assistance resources

Company

V2X Inc

V2X is a leading provider of critical mission solutions and support to defense clients globally, formed by the 2022 Merger of Vectrus and Vertex to build on more than 120 combined years of successful mission support.

Founded in 2016

Mclean, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees