Principal Aerospace Modeling & Simulation Engineer (TS/SCI)
Core
Provide strategic and technical leadership for advanced ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) modeling and simulation programs, translating mission needs into executable technical strategies and roadmaps.
Role type
Principal Aerospace Modeling & Simulation Engineer (Strategy & Technical Leadership)
Builds
ISR studies, reusable modeling scenarios, simulation workflows, and technical roadmaps for government and commercial customers.
Domain
Aerospace defense, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), Systems Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering/Physics/Mathematics/Computer Science background, Strategic technical leadership, Program roadmap development, Technical quality assurance, Standardization of modeling approaches, High-performance computing optimization, Team mentorship, Cross-project risk management, Stakeholder engagement
Preferred skills
Astrodynamics, Remote sensing, Spacecraft design, Complex systems integration, Algorithm design and implementation, Python/Excel tool development
Technologies
Python, Excel, High-performance computing, Cloud computing, Distributed computing
Responsibilities
Define technical vision and execution approach for M&S programs; Partner with customers to clarify mission needs and shape technical solutions; Maintain technical quality and enforce review standards; Standardize simulation workflows and promote reusable components; Improve team efficiency through automation and tool integration; Guide technical work allocation and prioritization; Identify cross-project risks and capability gaps; Mentor and develop analysts; Develop recommendations for future investments in M&S tools and infrastructure; Represent the organization in customer engagements and strategic planning.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership