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AFSIM Modeling and Simulation Specialist with Security Clearance
Randstad Sourceright - DCSReston, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Jul 2026
Why This Role Stands Out
Leverage your AFSIM expertise in a hybrid role supporting high-visibility defense technology initiatives and research, where you'll collaborate with experts to shape future military capabilities. This position is ideal for mid-senior level specialists with a TS/SCI clearance who thrive in dynamic environments and are eager to contribute to impactful defense analysis. Apply now to join a team at the forefront of simulation integration and advanced modeling!
Quick Overview
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Employee
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
We are seeking an Advanced Framework for Simulation Integration & Modeling (AFSIM) Modeling and Simulation Specialist to support extensive high visibility Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) efforts. As a member of our team, you will support defense technologies along with research and development in Reston, VA, having opportunities to work in a dynamic environment, with state of the art simulation technologies, simulation integration experts, and experienced military Subject Matter Experts (SME). Our work focuses on conducting capability assessments for emerging military technologies and ensuring related tools and methodologies are suitable to inform Department of Defense (DoD) decision makers. Essential Job Functions: • As an AFSIM Modeling & Simulation Specialist, you could expect to: • Construct military models and entities of varying complexity in AFSIM. • Provide dynamic scripting techniques to produce modeled entity actions/interactions in AFSIM. • Create and enhance operationally relevant scenarios that accurately represent actions, reactions, and interactions between entities in the AFSIM simulation. • Contribute to the development and execution of MS&A study plans to be conducted using AFSIM. • Collaborate with subject matter experts, such as pilots and technologists, to identify requirements for system implementation in AFSIM. • Coordinate with team members to contribute to execution of analysis of studies, analyze AFSIM results, and prepare and present study findings. • Collaborate with agile AFSIM software development teams to build and enhance MS&A solutions. • Collaborate with study leads and customer stakeholders to identify study requirements and develop relevant technical approaches. Required Skills: • Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required. • Must have active TS clearance with SCI eligibility. • At least a BS degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or a related technical discipline and at least 5 years of related analysis experience. • Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information: TS level U.S. DoD security clearance. • At least 2 years of hands-on experience creating AFSIM scenarios and models for engagement and/or mission level studies. • Excellent written and verbal English communications skills. • Ability to apply the scientific method to diverse MS&A efforts. • Scripting or programming experience. • Ability to work well in team environments. • Ability to travel, as required. Desired Skills: • MS in engineering, science, mathematics, or related technical discipline. • Active security clearance, Top Secret/SCI or higher. • Experience with any of the following: STK, JMP, Python, C++, or R. • Familiarity with modern military systems, both foreign and domestic
Skills
Agile
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