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Lead Modeling & Simulation Engineer Senior-Level $135,000 - $160,000 Renton, VA TS/SCI Clearance Required Build the Future of Missile Defense Through Advanced Modeling
Caribou Thunder is looking for a Lead Modeling & Simulation Engineer with deep AFSIM experience and a Top Secret/SCI clearance to develop next-generation solutions that directly support U.S. national defense. If you're ready to lead, innovate, and make a strategic impact, we want to hear from you. A Day in the Life - What You'll Do
Lead end-to-end development of mission-level combat simulations using AFSIM and related frameworks Design and script highly complex scenarios, models, and behaviors to support OPIR and missile defense initiatives Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and government stakeholders in a dynamic Agile environment Integrate advanced C , Python, or SysML programming into modeling pipelines to enhance simulation fidelity and performance Is This You?
10+ years of experience in modeling & simulation, systems engineering, or operations research 7+ years of direct experience with AFSIM scenario development (advanced-level scripting preferred) Bachelor's in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Operations Research, or another STEM discipline (Master's + 8 years also accepted) Active Top Secret/SCI clearance Self-starter with a mission-focused mindset, eager to lead simulation initiatives critical to defense systems Core Skills and Tools
Primary Tools & Frameworks: AFSIM (Advanced Framework for Simulation Integration and Modeling) Mission-Level Simulation Tools (NGTS, OneSAF, ITASE, etc.) Alternative Simulation Environments (STORM, Simulink, MATLAB, MBSE) Programming & Scripting: C (advanced proficiency) Python SysML Agile software development methodologies Additional Capabilities: Scenario modeling and behavior scripting OPIR and Missile Defense domain knowledge Familiarity with Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Operational Analysis Requirements
Education: Bachelor of Science + 10 years of relevant experience, or Master of Science + 8 years of relevant experience Clearance: Active TS/SCI Experience: 7 years minimum AFSIM experience; partial substitution with other frameworks may be considered Strong background in simulation scripting and defense-related mission modeling Preferred Qualifications
Who is Caribou Thunder? Building Tomorrow, Grounded in Legacy Caribou Thunder is a Woman, Native American, Minority Owned, WOSB, SDB, SBA, and HUBZone Certified small business. For decades, we've been at the forefront of delivering engineering excellence to national security programs. Trusted by the DoD, we develop and support mission-critical systems that protect our nation. At Caribou Thunder, we fuse tradition and innovation - with a deep sense of purpose rooted in integrity and service. Why Caribou Thunder? Empowering You and Your Family Premium Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Care for you and your family
401(k) with 6% Company Match - Invest in your future
Flexible Paid Time Off - Recharge when you need it
Competitive Salaries + Shift Differentials
Education & Certification Reimbursement - Grow your skills
Work-Life Balance - We prioritize your well-being
Military Leave Support - We honor and support service members
Indigenous Minds Non-Profit Engagement - empowering youth for careers in national security
Date Posted: 10 June 2025
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