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AV · 1 week ago

Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer

AeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. They are seeking a Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support Combatant Command exercises by designing, building, and running simulations of ballistic missile defense systems.

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Responsibilities

Support the technical lead in all aspects of MDS Wargames and Exercises modeling and simulation
Conduct System Engineering Integration and Test (SEI&T) element pre-test coordination, event execution, pre- and post-mission testing
Conduct weekly planning meetings and technical activities involving diverse network and architecture configurations
Configure and conduct on-console support on designated modeling and simulation workstations that support CCMD and MDA BMD exercises
Assist with identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies

Qualification

ModelingSimulationMDASIMEADSIMDoD WargamesSoftware DevelopmentWindowsLINUXCompTIA Security+Multi-taskingSelf-starter

Required

Experience with DoD Wargames and Exercises
Familiar with the DoD Joint Event Life Cycle process
Familiar with MDASIM, Open Systems Sensor Models (OSM), EADSIM or other M&S software
Must be a self-starter, able to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Able to configure and operate Windows and LINUX workstations
Able to support alternative shifts on a periodic basis to execute warfighter exercises
Able to travel (up to 25%)
MS in Engineering / Computer Science field w/ 10 years+ relevant experience; a BS in an Engineering/Computer Science field w/ 15 years+ relevant experience may be substituted for the MS degree requirement
Secret clearance required
U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred

Software development experience desired
Experience in DoD test processes and/or test execution desired
CompTIA Security+ desired

Benefits

Medical
Dental vision
401K with company matching
A 9/80 work schedule
A paid holiday shutdown

Company

At AV, we build shoulder-to-shoulder with our customers, delivering systems shaped by real-world missions, not theoretical requirements.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.68B
2025-07-01Post Ipo Equity· $875M
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-09-19Post Ipo Equity· $109.01M

Leadership Team

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Wahid Nawabi
Chairman, President & CEO
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Johnathan Jones
Senior Vice President
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