Senior Modeling and Simulation Developer

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Alabama
Office
R177489
Software Development
Secret
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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior M&S Software Developer to join our team! In this role you will get to be a key part of a development team comprised of engineers and software developers working together to assess systems and develop medium-to-high fidelity software models of real-world threat weapon systems that capture the capabilities and limitations of emerging and fielded systems.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Developing and enhancing software digital twins using C++ and Python on Windows and Linux platforms including:

    • Modeling advanced threat systems such as Surface-to-Air Missile Systems (SAMs), radar platforms, and missile seekers

    • Developing high-fidelity propagation effects, including terrain masking, refraction, and over-the-horizon propagation

    • Creating tracking filters and signal processing chains for radar and electronic warfare systems

    • Supporting simulation studies and integrating models into larger mission-level simulations

    • Algorithm and technique development supporting Sensors, Missiles, and C4 including active/passive detection, clutter modeling, electronic attack, waveform selection, adaptive beamforming, weapon/target assignment optimization

  • Defining requirements and designing solutions for modeling and simulation (M&S) software

  • Automated unit, system, and system-of-systems test planning, development, and execution

  • Participating in technical discussions to assist in near-term and long-term planning

  • Collaborating within a team and mentoring junior/mid-level software developers

Required Clearance:

  • Must be a US Citizen

  • Candidate must have an active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain/maintain a TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or Equivalent with 8+ years of experience, OR Master’s Degree with 6+ years of experience, OR Ph.D. with 4+ years of experience

  • Very strong programming skills in C++ and Python

  • Experience developing products with regular release cycles

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with technical teams and classified customers

  • Experience in DevOps or DevSecOps environments


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • 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, Command-and-Control and RF propagation

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: $120,800.00 - $217,400.00

We 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!

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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

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

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

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

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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