Job Description

Remote Work:
No
Job Number:
R0204208
Location:
Vandenberg AFB,CA,US
Space Modeling and Simulation Engineer

The Opportunity:

As a defense mission professional, you ask questions others don’t. You understand the nuances of complex situations. You use your skills to think bigger and push further, solving complex problems. We’re looking for an expert like you to create solutions for missions that keep our nation safe.

We’re seeking a modeling and simulation-focused exercise planner with an operational to strategic mindset to enhance national defense. In this role, you'll utilize your knowledge of the U.S. military structure and the space domain to optimize training tools for local and distributed audiences.

Your expertise will translate real-world military requirements into effective warfighting capabilities, ensuring impactful training for the modern warfighter. As a Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Exercise Planner, you’ll be deeply involved in planning, assessing, and evaluating training exercises that focus on space-based assets. You'll use computer-based analytical tools to develop and update simulations based on operational needs. This role requires strong critical thinking, data analytics, and operations analysis skills, and offers valuable experience in constructive modeling, simulation, and military training for the space force.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have: 

  • 4+ years of experience serving in one of the branches of the U.S. military
  • 1+ years of experience with JMDTS
  • Experience supporting the planning and execution of Tier Exercises in accordance with Joint Publication 5-0 and the Joint Planning Process
  • Experience with simulated environments or scenario development that meet individual and unit training requirements
  • Knowledge of the Joint Training Program (JTP) and JELC doctrine and processes
  • Ability to analyze large amounts of raw model output to identify key drivers
  • Ability to distill, summarize, and articulate complex technical insights and findings
  • Ability to follow operational analysis principles, theories, and concepts to execute study plans and analysis matrices
  • TS/SCI clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have: 

  • Experience developing scripts to customize model behaviors and decisions within an analytical scenario
  • Experience with RAPTR, BORG, SIDC, NYX, or FROST
  • Experience with C2BMC, WASABI, PDS-M, or STK
  • Experience developing M&S scripts to customize model behaviors and decisions within an analytical scenario
  • Knowledge of Orbital Mechanics

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $84,600.00 to $193,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

  • If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
  • If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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