Lead Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Engineer for Space Sensing

STR
Woburn, MA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for technical leaders with systems engineering experience who collaborate across research and software teams, working in space defense and national security domains in Woburn, MA.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with advanced degrees and experience in systems engineering and space defense programs
    — “Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline”
  • Individuals who can lead cross-functional teams and translate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
    — “Excellent communicator and briefer, who is comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences”
  • Professionals with a track record of integrating simulation and analysis tools for algorithm and system evaluation
    — “Design and apply cutting-edge models and simulation frameworks to support test and evaluation of algorithms”

Things to consider

  • U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance, limiting eligibility to U.S. residents
    — “Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government”
  • The role demands a high level of technical proficiency in multiple simulation and programming languages
    — “Proficiency in one or more scientific or mathematical programming languages, such as MATLAB, Python, and C/C++”

How to stand out

  • Highlight leadership in complex engineering projects and interdisciplinary problem-solving on your resume
    — “Demonstrated leadership of complex research, development, and engineering efforts”
  • Emphasize experience with orbital mechanics and space systems in your interview preparation
    — “Experience with space defense programs and modeling, sensor systems, platforms, and ground systems”
  • Showcase your ability to define system evaluation criteria and execute test plans in your application materials
    — “Analyzing integrated system performance, developing and executing test plans, and defining system evaluation criteria”
  • Demonstrate your experience in communicating technical results to customers and executives
    — “Interact closely with customers to understand needs & requirements and to communicate technical results”
  • Include examples of using AI/ML for optimization or adaptive signal processing in your work history
    — “Experience in at least two of the following topics: ... AI/ML approaches to optimization, model & simulation, systems engineering, test engineering, radar modelling, optics modelling, orbital mechanics, space systems (propulsion, thermal, communications, GNC)”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Industry

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What success looks like

  • Designing and implementing integrated simulation testbeds
  • Leading technical teams
  • Shaping proposed technology solutions
Typical background
BS + 8 years' experience or equivalentExperience with space defense programs

Skills & requirements

Required

Modeling & SimulationSpace SensingSimulation TestbedsTechnical BriefsSystems Engineering

Preferred

Active Secret ClearanceAfsimComplex Research Leadership

Stack & domain

ModelingSimulationRf/radar Signal ProcessingOptimizationWaveform DesignElectronic WarfareMachine LearningAdaptive Signal ProcessingAi/mlSystems EngineeringTest EngineeringRadar ModellingOptics ModellingOrbital MechanicsSpace SystemsMatlabPythonC/c++CommunicationTeamworkLeadershipTechnical BriefingSpace SensingDefenseEngineering

About the role

Original posting from STR via Greenhouse

About the Team

The Sensors Division develops advanced solutions in radar, space-based sensing, electronic warfare, and underwater acoustics. Within the Space Missions and Sensing (SMS) Sector, we focus on advancing space sensing, space control, and counter-sensing technologies for critical national security missions.

The Role: Lead Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Engineer for Space Sensing

In this position, you will design, implement, and operate integrated simulation testbeds for advanced space and defense systems. Your work will include analyzing integrated system performance, developing and executing test plans, and defining system evaluation criteria. You will work closely with both research and software teams to integrate simulation and analysis tools and collaborate with customers to understand key challenges and needs.

What you will do: 

Design and apply cutting-edge models and simulation frameworks to support test and evaluation of algorithms, command & control systems, and deployed software solutions

Interact closely with customers to understand needs & requirements and to communicate technical results

Lead diverse teams and technical leadership to understand system level requirements and broad objectives; summarize progress, report on findings and provide assessments.

Lead business development initiatives and proposal writing efforts, playing a key role in shaping the proposed technology solutions

Who You Are: 

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government

BS + 8 years' experience, MS + 6 years, PhD + 2 years, or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related technical discipline

Experience with space defense programs and modeling, sensor systems, platforms, and ground systems

Experience in at least two of the following topics:

RF/radar signal processing, optimization, waveform design, electronic warfare, machine learning, adaptive signal processing, AI/ML approaches to optimization, model & simulation, systems engineering, test engineering, radar modelling, optics modelling, orbital mechanics, space systems (propulsion, thermal, communications, GNC)

Experience providing technical briefs to subcontractors, senior level executives, and customers

Proficiency in one or more scientific or mathematical programming languages, such as MATLAB, Python, and C/C++

Experienced researcher and team member who is excited to work with mission partners to leverage cutting-edge technology and research for immediate impact

Excellent communicator and briefer, who is comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences

Strong mathematical, troubleshooting, written, and verbal communication skills

Even Better:

Active Secret or TS/SCI Clearance

Experience with industry standard simulation tools such as AFSIM

Demonstrated leadership of complex research, development, and engineering efforts   

Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline 

Ability to apply novel, innovative and interdisciplinary approaches to challenging engineering problems  

Join us and be part of a team that's making an impact at the forefront of technology and innovation.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $174,000 - $225,000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.

STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.

STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.

STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.

STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@str.us and provide your contact info.

Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.

Source: STR careers (Greenhouse)

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