Air Warfare Simulation Associate Engineer

Summary

FAAC Incorporated is seeking a hands-on Air Warfare Simulation Associate Engineer to join their engineering team. The primary purpose of this role is to become proficient with FAAC's technology and perform various engineering tasks including analysis, modeling, programming, and technical writing.

Responsibilities

• Learn, understand and follow existing FAAC procedures and technology such as software development procedures, unique modeling techniques, coding practices, software administration and configuration control
• Adhere to all testing, quality assurance, documentation and security standards
• Apply existing procedures and technology to assigned tasks. Which include the following:
• Analysis
• Modeling
• Flow charting
• Programming
• Program Checkout
• Execution of test plans
• Investigation of discrepancy reports
• Creation and maintenance of developing files
• Technical writing to include documentation, code comments, diagrams, charts & graphs
• Use programming and analytical skills for solving problems
• Performs independent work on assigned tasks with frequent supervision
• Documents work performed in accordance with instructions
• Reports progress and issues regularly to necessary team members
• Develops skills to understand and respond to supervisory instructions
• Communicates aspects of work assignments with co-workers and management staff
• Works as an entry-level member of a team responsible for design and/or analysis of specific software engineering and simulation tasks
• Enhances and expands technical skills while increasing knowledge of FAAC’s business products
• Protects operations by keeping information confidential
• Other duties as assigned by management

Skills

• BS degree in a technical field of study (i.e. aerospace engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, math or physics)
• Formal mathematical training including a minimum of three (3) semesters of Calculus or equivalent
• Proficient in understanding and communicating in the English language, generally and technically
• Working knowledge of interactive computer systems or PCs; familiarity with Windows, Linux, and or Unix Operating Systems desirable
• Working knowledge of mid to high level programming language (e.g. C/C++); familiarity with C, C++, FORTRAN, and/or Ada desirable
• Ability to develop data-driven models to analyze and predict the behavior of complex, noisy, and adaptive physical systems
• Experience integrating ML models into existing simulation environments
• Familiarity with python and common ML frameworks (Torch, TF, JAX)
• Experience with control systems, aerodynamics, or numerical modeling is desired
• Ability to distinguish print on paper and computer screens, and efficiently access, input, create, update, and retrieve information from the computer
• Ability to assimilate concepts/technologies and effectively apply the principles to complete entry-level engineering assignments
• Ability to problem solve, as necessary once entry-level engineering assignments are completed and tested
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks with frequent supervision
• Ability to be flexible in accepting new assignments
• Ability to work well with people and function as an entry-level member of a team responsible for an engineering task or project
• Must be able to qualify for a Department of Defense Security Clearance
• Must be a US citizen and not have dual citizenship with any other country to obtain security clearance
• Familiarity with C, C++, FORTRAN, and/or Ada desirable
• Experience with control systems, aerodynamics, or numerical modeling is desired

Qualifications

Must Haves

• BS degree in a technical field of study (i.e. aerospace engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, math or physics)
• Formal mathematical training including a minimum of three (3) semesters of Calculus or equivalent
• Proficient in understanding and communicating in the English language, generally and technically
• Working knowledge of interactive computer systems or PCs; familiarity with Windows, Linux, and or Unix Operating Systems desirable
• Working knowledge of mid to high level programming language (e.g. C/C++); familiarity with C, C++, FORTRAN, and/or Ada desirable
• Ability to develop data-driven models to analyze and predict the behavior of complex, noisy, and adaptive physical systems
• Experience integrating ML models into existing simulation environments
• Familiarity with python and common ML frameworks (Torch, TF, JAX)
• Experience with control systems, aerodynamics, or numerical modeling is desired
• Ability to distinguish print on paper and computer screens, and efficiently access, input, create, update, and retrieve information from the computer
• Ability to assimilate concepts/technologies and effectively apply the principles to complete entry-level engineering assignments
• Ability to problem solve, as necessary once entry-level engineering assignments are completed and tested
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks with frequent supervision
• Ability to be flexible in accepting new assignments
• Ability to work well with people and function as an entry-level member of a team responsible for an engineering task or project
• Must be able to qualify for a Department of Defense Security Clearance
• Must be a US citizen and not have dual citizenship with any other country to obtain security clearance

Nice to Haves

• Familiarity with C, C++, FORTRAN, and/or Ada desirable
• Experience with control systems, aerodynamics, or numerical modeling is desired