AFSIM Modeling and Simulation Engineer
- Location
- Dayton, OH
- Listed
- 3 days ago
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop and integrate system models (satellites, radars, aircraft, missiles, command & control) into a large-scale, many-on-many AFSIM simulation environment.
- Collaborate closely with a small, cross-functional team of government and contractor staff.
- Create AFSIM representations of space and ground systems for AF/DoD use, applying engineering judgment to address intelligence gaps and accurately model real-world systems.
- Utilize CI/CD tools to test and evaluate AFSIM models prior to delivery.
- Prepare documentation, analytic reports, and multimedia products to support mission objectives.
Basic Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- Bachelor's degree in CS, CE, EE, or related field with 8+ years of experience; OR Master's degree with 6+ years of experience. Equivalent experience, training, or certifications may be accepted in place of a degree.
- Proficiency in C++ and Modeling & Simulation (M&S) techniques.
- Experience with CMake and Visual Studio for building and compiling AFSIM extensions and plug-ins.
- Experience with AFSIM (Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling), including extensions and plug-ins.
- Strong English-language writing and briefing skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a highly technical, collaborative environment.
- Ability to work independently under tight deadlines in a mixed government-contractor setting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in CS, CE, EE, or related field.
- Prior experience at WPAFB, working with Intelligence Community models and all-source analysis.
- Familiarity with radars, aircraft, missiles, space vehicles, and tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, and Simulink Coder.
Additional information
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Original Posting: October 5, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is seeking an AFSIM Modeling and Simulation Engineer with an active TS/SCI at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. This role combines strong technical expertise with excellent collaboration skills, working alongside government personnel, contractors, and a team of engineers and scientists to solve complex challenges involving highly advanced systems.
From Leidos's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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