AFSIM Analyst

Summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking an AFSIM Analyst to join their Strike Analysis Group. The role involves developing models and performing analysis on various systems for mission-level simulations, conducting statistical analysis, and collaborating with software development teams.

Responsibilities

• Your primary responsibilities will be developing models and performing analysis on sensor, tracker, communication, and weapon systems for mission-level simulations using AFSIM, with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions, and supporting decision-making
• You will perform statistical analysis to find trends, assess risk, and document uncertainties in simulation results
• You will also collaborate with our software development team on improving our custom tools, including designing efficient data representations for large datasets, testing accurate interactions across interdependent algorithms, and automating production analysis pipelines
• You will likely work with a small team including junior analysts who will benefit from your experience, and senior engineers with whom you will guide the direction of projects
• You can engage in independent research projects that encourage creative solutions and reward independent initiative
• You will have the opportunity to present your work through briefings to both technical specialists and pivotal decision makers

Skills

• Have a Bachelor's degree in a technical or scientific field such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or another related discipline
• Have at least two years of experience working with AFSIM to conduct modeling, simulation, and analysis
• Have experience conducting statistical analysis to identify trends and draw conclusions
• Are highly skilled in learning new and challenging topics
• Are able to effectively work in a highly collaborative environment and communicate complex ideas to a variety of partners
• Are proficient to fluent in a programming or scripting language such as MATLAB or Python
• Are able to obtain the associated required Special Access Program (SAP) level access
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship
• Have a Master's degree or PhD in a technical or scientific field such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or another related discipline
• Have knowledge in Air or Surface Warfare domains
• Have an active Top Secret security clearance

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Have a Bachelor's degree in a technical or scientific field such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or another related discipline
• Have at least two years of experience working with AFSIM to conduct modeling, simulation, and analysis
• Have experience conducting statistical analysis to identify trends and draw conclusions
• Are highly skilled in learning new and challenging topics
• Are able to effectively work in a highly collaborative environment and communicate complex ideas to a variety of partners
• Are proficient to fluent in a programming or scripting language such as MATLAB or Python
• Are able to obtain the associated required Special Access Program (SAP) level access
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship

Nice to Haves

• Have a Master's degree or PhD in a technical or scientific field such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or another related discipline
• Have knowledge in Air or Surface Warfare domains
• Have an active Top Secret security clearance

Benefits

• Generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program
• Unparalleled retirement contributions
• A healthy work/life balance
• Bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation
• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation benefits
• Locality allowance
• Discretionary payments for exceptional performance
• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Education assistance
• Training and development