Location: Dahlgren, Virginia, USA
Telework: Potential telework
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance
Experience: Senior
Number of Openings: 1
Funding Status: Funded
Salary Range: $95,000-140,000 (Please see below for more info on salary)
Modeling and Simulation Technical Lead
SimVentions is a 100% employee-owned business and has consistently been voted one of Virginia's Best Places to Work. We are looking for a Modeling and Simulation Technical Lead. The current customer develops and integrates autonomy and artificial intelligence (AAI) enabled weapon systems. A software simulation environment is necessary to enable development of autonomy technology throughout the development lifecycle. The Modeling and Simulation Lead will lead the development and use of this critical capability.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the technical development and execution of an M&S capability that will enable the development and test and evaluation of Autonomy and AI (AAI) systems
- This includes model and tool integration, sensor modeling and input integration for model stimulation and integration of physics based simulators into the solution
- The candidate will be responsible for developing a modular architecture to enable the ability to cross-utilize existing modeling environments as well as build new M&S solutions
- Work across integrated product teams to develop a standard modular architecture, software build plans and system test plans, and provide oversight to the system test activities
- They will be required to track and report M&S development progress, product quality, features, and defects
- They will be expected to implement a configuration control process and ensure the quality of each M&S product
- Additionally they will need to participate in planning meetings and advise the project lead about the M&S development approach and provide technical opinions
- Require the development of an architecture/framework M&S based solution to test and evaluate autonomy and AI systems
- They will lead a small team and coordinate with software development teams and contractors
Requirements:
- United States Citizenship
- Physics based simulation and stimulation experience such as Unity
- M&S Architecture development experience
- Leadership and coordination of small software teams
- Experience with model and tool integration
- Sensor modeling and input integration for model stimulation
- Develop documentation of system performance and design substantiation by simulation
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing to a variety of audiences
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Advanced Programming experience in C/C++
- Knowledge of machine learning applications and machine learning frameworks
- Knowledge in Robotics and Computer vision (object detection and pattern recognition)
- Knowledge in Neural Networks and artificial intelligence
- Knowledge in software and hardware prototyping
- Operating systems: Proficiency in Linux / Ubuntu, and commonly associated system administration tasks
- Network configuration and troubleshooting experience
Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline, or five (5) years of a demonstrated and established knowledge base and subject matter expertise
Clearance: A Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.
Travel: Negligible
Benefits & Compensation: At SimVentions, we’re committed to supporting the total well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs.
We offer:
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Competitive 401(k) programs
- Retirement and Financial Counselors
- Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
- Continuing Education Assistance
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
- Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling
- Supplemental Benefit Program
Compensation at SimVentions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.
The projected annual compensation range for this position is $95,000-$140,000 (USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers.
Why Work for SimVentions?
SimVentions is about more than just being a place to work with other growth-orientated technically exceptional experts. It’s also a fun place to work. Our family-friendly atmosphere encourages our employee-owners to imagine, create, explore, discover, and do great things together.
Support Our Warfighters
SimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.
Drive Customer Success
We deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected. This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.
Get Involved in Giving Back
We believe that one of the best ways to be a well-rounded company is to have well-rounded employees, and one of the ways we encourage that is by providing a wide range of service opportunities for our team members to engage in throughout the year.
Build Innovative Technology
SimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer’s success.
Work with Brilliant People
At SimVentions, we don’t just hire the smartest people. We hire experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about what they do, and who benefit from the culture that we have created here.
Create Meaningful Solutions
We are trusted partners with our customers and are provided challenging and meaningful requirements to help them solve.
Employees who join SimVentions will enjoy benefits like:
- Impact: work on projects that directly support the defense of our nation.
- Serve: work for a company that supports its surrounding communities.
- Employee Owned: work with the best and help build YOUR company.
- Dress code: business casual. We like to be comfortable while we work.
- Healthcare: one of the best packages in the industry.
- Culture: add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
- Food: we have a lot of food around here.
- Family focus: work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.
- Resources: excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.
- Open communication: work in an environment where your voice matters.
- Fitness/Well-being: opportunities to participate in company sports teams and workout groups.
- Professional development: employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development plus great training options
- What you bring to the table: contribute, grow, and thrive.
Other Perks:
- Lots of employee appreciation events throughout the year
- Excellent working facilities and tools to get your job done
- Regular communication (“All-Hands”, “SimV Share”, “Imagineering Day”) to stay connected to SimV culture, stay abreast of what is happening in the company, and meet new faces while eating good food
- SimVentions sports teams and workout groups
- Employee led interest groups for personal and professional development
- What you bring to the table…
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Location: Dahlgren, Virginia - On Base Telework: None Available - 100% On site presence is expected. Clearance : Active Secret Clearance Required (US Citizenship Required) Experience : Mid-Level (4-7 relevant yea... more