Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer (Principal)

Date Posted : 2024-10-10

2024-10-10

Country :

United States of America

Location :

VA542 : 22260 Pacific Blvd, Dulles 22260 Pacific Boulevard Building CC4, Sterling, VA, 20166-6916 USA

Position Role Type : Onsite

Onsite

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression.

We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat.

Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

We are looking for a Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) Software Engineer to join our Data Science & Technology (DST) team.

The DST directorate is an energetic multi-disciplinary team of over 60 engineers working collaboratively with internal and external customers to develop novel solutions for data and emerging technology applications.

Our team pushes the boundaries of innovation and creativity to establish next-generation mission solutions from system-level up to campaign-level.

As a MS&A Software Engineer, you will develop cutting-edge simulation capabilities that will be used to assess system performance across a range of complex mission scenarios.

The ideal candidate has experience with Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) activities and understands the trade-offs required to achieve the right level of fidelity when modeling large scale, many-on-many missions.

The role requires the individual to be proficient in distributed simulation technologies and well-versed in coding practices and software integration.

What You Will Learn

As a MS&A Software Engineer, you will learn to develop cutting-edge simulation capabilities that will be used to assess system performance across a range of complex mission scenarios.

The team pushes the boundaries of innovation and creativity to establish next-generation mission solutions from system-level up to campaign-level.

What You Will Do

Work on challenging problems across a broad portfolio of programs and products.

Develop Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) capabilities to support mission-level concept exploration, tactics development, autonomous behaviors, and Software-in-the-Loop (SITL) product development.

Develop simulators and emulators for sensors, communications, movement, tactical behaviors, weapon effects, electronic effects, command and control, and others.

Partner with product teams to accelerate the development of AI / ML and Mission Autonomy capabilities through modeling and simulation.

Work with multi-disciplinary subject matter experts to understand and simulate relevant sub-system, system and system-of-systems dynamics.

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related STEM Degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience or an advanced STEM Degree with a minimum of 6 years relevant work experience.

Experience in Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) engineering or related technical areas, such as, Data Science, Operations Analysis, Behavior Modeling, Predictive Analysis, Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Industrial Engineering, etc.

Experience in aerospace / aeronautical systems, such as, fixed wing, rockets, satellites, rotorcraft, etc.

Experience in multiple compiled and scripted languages, such as, C++, Python, Java, JavaScript, etc., Experience with configuration management tools and practices, such as, Bitbucket, Confluence, Jira, etc.

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, asonly U.

S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

Advanced degree, such as Masters or Doctorate, in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related STEM Degree and a minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience.

Experience with Unreal Engine or other computer graphics engines, experience with 3D modeling standards & tools (Blender, Creator, OpenFlight, etc.)

Experience with simulation tools (AFSIM, MAK VR-Forces, Presagis, SIMDIS, OneSAF), Experience with GIS standards & tools (ESRi ArcGIS, Global Mapper, Cesium, CDB, etc.)

Experience with RADAR, Electro Optical (EO), and / or Infrared (IR) sensing systems, experience with IEEE 1278 DIS, IEEE 1516 HLA, and / or TENA, experience integrating distributed Live, Virtual, & Constructive (LVC) simulation components.

Experience designing and developing AI / ML systems and architectures, Experience in software or system modeling practices (UML, SysML, DoDAF, etc.

Experience in developing software in Windows and Linux Environments.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value : Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

We offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation, work / life benefits, career development, and recognition programs.

RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities.

We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply to this request : Onsite : Employees will work primarily onsite.

This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Selected applicants will be required to obtain a security clearance. Non-US citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process.

More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here :

Location : Sterling, VA or Richardson, TX

The salary range for this role is 105,000 USD - 221,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education / training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and / or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and / or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.