Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Engineer

DAHLGREN, VA, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 1 day ago

Full Time

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Skills

Science
SIM
Test Plans
Collaboration
Innovation
Computer Science
Physics
Management
Security Clearance
SysML
Rhapsody
Modeling
Design Of Experiments
Evaluation
Agile Management
JIRA
Confluence
Analytical Skill
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2602046

Location: DAHLGREN, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-03-04

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Modeling/Sim Engr

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Minimum Clearance Required: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: Yes

Description

SAIC is seeking a Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Engineer to contribute to the success of the Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS), specifically focusing on the renowned AEGIS Combat System and Enterprise Ship Self Defense Systems (SSDS). This is an exciting opportunity to directly impact Navy mission readiness by ensuring high-fidelity modeling and simulation tools meet the performance expectations of Navy combat systems.

This position is onsite in Dahlgren, VA and requires an active Secret clearance to begin work.

What You'll Do:

Use advanced modeling techniques to support mission and operational requirements for Navy combat systems with particular focus on AEGIS Combat System and SSDS.
Conduct operational and system effectiveness trade-off studies, test planning, and validation activities.
Analyze test planning documents, focusing on establishing clear Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs) and supporting accurate operational requirements.
Collaborate across teams and stakeholders, including the Operational Test & Evaluation Force (OTF/COTF), to certify simulation outcomes meet requirements and reflect Navy combat system live-fire performance data.
Develop tailored TestBed solutions with a team of experienced engineers to address specific Navy needs.

Why Join SAIC?
At SAIC, you'll contribute to the advancement of critical Navy combat systems and cutting-edge technologies that directly affect national security and mission success. Join our skilled team of engineers, collaborating to deliver impactful solutions for the Navy, and develop your career in an environment that fosters innovation and growth.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field.
Minimum 2 years of direct experience with Navy combat systems, including hands-on involvement with AEGIS Combat System, SSDS, or other Navy combat-related programs and solutions.
Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience working with the Operational Test & Evaluation Force (OTF or COTF).
Expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), SysML, Rhapsody, or similar modeling tools.
Hands-on knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE) and Integrated Evaluation Framework (IEF) techniques.
Proficiency with Agile project management tools, such as Atlassian Jira and Confluence.
Strong analytical abilities to identify and troubleshoot issues in simulation models effectively.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2602046
Posted 1 day ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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