Modeling & Simulation Python Developer

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Job Title

Modeling & Simulation Python Developer

Location

Alabama - Huntsville - Huntsville, AL 35802 US (Primary)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Modeling & Simulation Python Developer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) in assessing the capabilities of the Missile Defense System (MDS). This critical role will involve working in a distributed Hardware-In-the-Loop (HWIL) simulation environment, contributing to Continuous Developmental Integration (CDI) activities, MDS Ground Test (GT) events, and MDS Flight Test support. The focus will be on hands-on support for MDA's distributed software threat simulation, integrating current and future software capabilities into the OSF Framework.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Python scripts for automating tasks, analyzing data, and supporting simulations within the HWIL environment.
• Perform loading, configuration, and setup of framework software.
• Conduct benchmark tests and troubleshoot hardware/software issues, analyzing anomalies, and providing solutions. This includes debugging and troubleshooting existing code, scripts, and tools.
• Develop software analysis plans, procedures, and reports.
• Analyze HWIL architecture performance for MDS Ground Tests, Flight Tests (Pre-Mission and Post-Flight Reconstruction), and CDI activities.
• Support simulation integration analysis, data analysis, interface analysis, and simulation verification and validation.
• Prepare technical documentation and presentations summarizing analytical work for engineering reviews.
• Establish requirements for evaluation tools and processes.
• Develop analytical tools to support the test planning process.
• Coordinate analytical results within the MDS community.
• Participate in and present findings at working group meetings, coordination meetings, peer reviews, and other technical interchanges.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science from an accredited university.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Active Secret Security Clearance is required.
• Proficiency in Python scripting language.
• Experience working in a Linux environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with government, prime contractor, and supporting contractor personnel.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Proactive and self-motivated.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of HWIL architecture infrastructure, including truth presentation utilizing DIS, CTI, and/or GTISS adapters.
• Familiarity with MDA Ground Test CONOPS.
• Knowledge of EO/IR systems.
• Understanding of threat simulation and modeling for missile defense systems.

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours.

Security Clearance: Secret

Schedule: M-F; 40 hours/week

Work Location: Huntsville, AL

Travel: 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

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