Modeling and Simulation Engineer - Weapon Systems

• Perform lethality analyses to support the development and evaluation of warhead performance requirements for weapon systems.
• Evaluate weapon effectiveness against specified target types under varying engagement conditions and weapon system constraints.
• Develop and execute simulation scenarios using established lethality modeling tools, including BALAGAN.
• Conduct parametric studies, sensitivity analyses, and Monte Carlo simulations to assess performance and identify key influencing factors.
• Utilize Python and other analytical tools to process simulation data, evaluate results, and generate visualizations.
• Prepare technical reports and briefings that clearly communicate analytical methodologies, results, and engineering conclusions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and government stakeholders to define analysis objectives, communicate findings, and support program decisions.

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a closely related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in engineering analysis, modeling and simulation, or a related technical field.
• Strong foundation in engineering mathematics, physics, and analytical problem-solving.
• Experience performing computational analyses, interpreting numerical data, and evaluating engineering results.
• Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, C++, C#, or similar programming languages and a willingness to learn specialized analytical tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a technical environment.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance.

• Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
• 7 years of relevant experience in engineering analysis, modeling and simulation, or a related technical field.
• Experience performing weapon lethality, target vulnerability, or weapon system effectiveness analyses.
• Familiarity with lethality modeling tools such as BALAGAN, KWEval, AJEM, or similar analytical environments.
• Experience with six-degree-of-freedom (6DOF) trajectory modeling and simulation, including analysis of weapon flight dynamics and engagement conditions.
• Understanding of warhead characteristics, terminal ballistics, fragmentation, blast effects, or penetration mechanics.
• Experience conducting engineering trade studies, Monte Carlo simulations, sensitivity analyses, or statistical evaluations.
• Experience with CAD software, such as BRL-CAD or SolidWorks
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems and high-performance computing (HPC) environments, including command-line operations and batch job execution.

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  Interesting Work:
  
  
  
  Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
  
  
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  Values:
  
  
  
  Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
  
  
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  100% Employee Owned:
  
  
  
  We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
  
  
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  Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
  
  
  




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  Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
  
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  Flexible schedules
  
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  6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
  
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  Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  
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  Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  
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  Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
  
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  Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  
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  Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
  




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  Track Record of Success:
  
  
  
  We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.
  
  

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com