EO/IR Modeling and Simulation Engineer
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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for a talented Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to be part of a team performing modeling and simulation of defensive weapon systems of peer/near-peer adversaries. The principal focus will be on surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems comprising EO/IR seekers; RF sensors; target acquisition and tracking; 6-DOF missile flyout, command, and seeker endgame; network-centric warfare techniques; command-and-control (C2/C4); and advanced EO/IR techniques.
What You'll Be Doing:
Participating in the design, development, test, and maintenance of software models simulating and/or emulating real-world, adversarial (threat) Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) Systems within the TMAP STIMS 2.0 NOVA, STIMS 3.0 and/or LIVE modeling frameworks
Engineering analysis of real-life threat weapon systems supplementing all available all-source intelligence assessments informing software model lifecycle including development, maintenance, and study support
Understanding and tracking software model requirements
Understanding of real-world threat weapon system characteristics, capabilities, and limitations and the digital twin that represents that system
Developing software using MATLAB/SIMULINK, C/C++, and/or Python
Participating in technical discussions to assist in near- and long-term planning
Understanding engineering designs supplied by the customer and working with a team to develop software models that represent the weapon system at the fidelity necessary to meet customer goals
Required Clearance:
Candidate must be a US Citizen
Candidate must possess an ACTIVE Secret Clearance and be willing/able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Clearance
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field...
Bachelor’s Degree with 3+ years of experience, OR
Master’s Degree with 1+ years of experience, OR
Ph.D.
Strong programming skills in C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink
Subject matter expertise in optical propagation, radiative transfer, RF propagation, signal processing, track filtering, antenna design, communications, radar systems, missile/seeker, passive radar, electronic support, and/or electronic attack
Experience with modeling and simulation of weapons systems including EO/IR sensors, Radar, Directed Energy Weapons, Surface-to-Air Missile Systems, EO/IR Jammers, RF Jammers, Missile Seekers, and/or Anti-Satellite weapons
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
EO/IR experience
Experience with threat weapon system model modeling in TMAP, ODESSA, ESAMS, AFSIM, LIVE and/or ITASE
Experience with STIMS 2.0 (Simulink), STIMS 3.0 (C++), and/or LIVE modeling frameworks/standards
Software development in a DevOps or DevSecOps environment
Experience working in an AGILE software development team
Mentoring experience
Experience designing, developing, or operating code for a distributed processing environment
Experience with working with environmental datasets, optical propagation
TS/SCI Clearance
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $72,900.00 - $127,600.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Financial Wellness
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.
Work Life Harmony
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
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Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
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Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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