Modeling and Simulation Analyst with Security Clearance

ISSAC is seeking a highly motivated Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Analyst to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) in assessing the capabilities of the Missile Defense System (MDS). This critical role will involve working with Hardware-In-the-Loop (HWIL) simulation data in support of MDS Ground Test (GT) events, Continuous Developmental Integration (CDI) activities, and MDS Flight Tests. The focus will be hands-on support for MDA's distributed software simulation framework, OSF. Responsibilities: · Provide M&S framework analysis support for CDI activities, GT events, and Flight Tests. · Perform analysis on the status of current and future capabilities in OSF. · Review test data to detect and troubleshoot issues associated with simulation performance and accuracy. · Ensure event data quality and integrity through verification and validation analysis of test data. · Develop and run Python tools to support M&S analysis activities. · Document and communicate analysis results across interdisciplinary teams. · Collaborate with teams of analysts and engineers to ensure the successful execution of test simulation campaigns. Qualifications: · Familiarity with Python scripting language. · Familiarity with Linux. · Excellent communication, organizational, and technical writing skills · Possess the ability to clearly express ideas/concepts, perform as part of a team, and be capable of operating in a multi-tasking environment. · Ability to work within a collaborative environment composed of Government, Prime Contractor, and Supporting Contractor personnel. · Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively. · Proactive and self-motivated, takes an active role to ensure that responsibilities are completed on or ahead of schedule. Desired Qualifications: · Familiarity with MDA Ground Test CONOPS. · Familiarity with Objective Simulation Framework (OSF). · Knowledge of the HWIL architecture infrastructure truth presentation to element models (SMHR, signatures, environment). · Knowledge of HWIL architecture infrastructure, including truth presentation utilizing Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) adapter, and/or Ground Test Integrated System Simulation (GTISS) adapter. · Experience with data analysis libraries in Python (e.g., Pandas, NumPy). · Preferred NSITE Experience · Basic understanding of AI/ML concepts. · Familiarity with Cloud computing concepts. · Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Grafana, Tableau, Power BI). Travel: · 0-10% Travel Education & Experience: · BS in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science from an accredited university · 3-10 years’ experience Clearance · Secret Security Clearance