NORTHCOM / NORAD Virtual Training Modeling & Simulation Eng. (Engineer Systems Architect 3) - 20285 - HII Mission Technologies Division
Colorado Springs, CO
About the Job
Requisition Number: 20285
Required Travel: 11 - 25%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $90,236.00 - $130,000.00
Security Clearance: Top Secret
Level of Experience: Senior
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
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Job Description
HII Mission Technologies is seeking a qualified candidate to join our esteemed C5ISR team in Colorado Springs, CO, and support our valued NORTHCOM customer. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in various modeling and simulation tools utilized across the Department of Defense (DoD). The NORTHCOM/NORAD Virtual Training Modeling and Simulations Engineer will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of modeling and simulation technologies for Virtual Training. They will work closely with military personnel to design and execute training exercises that integrate air, sea, land, space, and cyber military operations.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Ability to articulate NORAD/NORTHCOM fielding requirements for new M&S systems and upgrades to current systems.
- Attends meetings, workshops, and conferences to gather information for Global multi-Combatant Command Exercises and make M&S system recommendations necessary to match specific system capabilities to wargame and exercise requirements by coordinating or creating the associated scenario databases and ensuring NORAD/NORTHCOM data and requirements are integrated into the appropriate systems.
- Develop and implement modeling and simulation technologies for Virtual Training.
- Work closely with military personnel to design and execute training exercises that integrate air, sea, land, space, and cyber military operations.
- Work witha team of simulation engineers to ensure the successful execution of training exercises.
- Analyze military operations and develop wargaming scenarios.
- Manage the Virtual Training Center and ensure that it meets the needs of military personnel.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest modeling and simulation technologies and incorporate them into Virtual Training.
- Assesses representation in the virtual environment and provides recommendations for improvement and additional realism. Applies analytical techniques in the evaluation of models and simulations.
- Support/planning for 1-2 large wargames and 2 x Tier-1 exercises
- Self-starter with the ability to independently review strategic documents, incorporate strategic guidance into M&S system recommendations, and communicate guidance and recommendations to stakeholders with a variety of backgrounds
- Will require travel
Minimum Qualifications
5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in modeling and simulation technologies.
- Experience in developing and implementing comprehensive virtual training centers with wargaming enterprises.
- Knowledge of military operations and training exercises.
- TS/SCI security clearance.
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Preferred Requirements
- Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
- Experience working with NORTHCOM/NORAD.
- Experience in analyzing military operations and developing wargaming scenarios.
- Knowledge of the latest modeling and simulation technologies.
- Battle Control System - Fixed (BCS-F) experience
- Real Time Analytical Platform (RTAP) experience
- Joint Integrated Missile Defense and Warning Training System (JIMDTS) experience
- Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) experience
- Air Warfare Simulation (AWSIM) experience
- Familiarity with Object-Oriented Programming, Python, C++ - for Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM) software
- IT background (Net+, Sec+, A+, ITIL) to facilitate technical aspects of the Joint Live Virtual Constructive (JLVC) environment
- 2+ years Instructor/Evaluator Experience
Physical Requirements
May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.
Travel in supporting of Training Exercises required.
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
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