Senior Modeling and Simulation Analyst
AeroVironment, huntsville, al, United States
**Worker Type**
Regular
**Job Description**
We are seeking a highly motivated Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Analyst to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) in assessing the capabilities of the Missile Defense System (MDS). This critical role will involve working in a distributed Hardware-In-the-Loop (HWIL) simulation environment, contributing to MDA Ground Test (GT) events, Continuous Developmental Integration (CDI) activities, and MDA Flight Test (FT) support. The primary focus will be analyzing the Objective Simulation Framework (OSF), delivering analytical support to MDA's distributed software threat simulation.
+ Provide M&S framework analysis support for GT events, CDI activities, and Flight Test support.
+ Perform verification of OSF and element configuration settings based on HWIL run data and documentation.
+ Perform the analysis for the integration of current and future software capabilities into OSF.
+ Ensure event data quality and integrity through verification and validation analysis of test data.
+ Develop and run Python tools to support M&S analysis activities.
+ Document and communicate analysis results across interdisciplinary teams.
+ Collaborate with a team of analysts and engineers to ensure the successful execution of test simulation campaigns.
+ Experience with Modeling and Simulation Frameworks.
+ Expertise in areas of Missile Defense data analysis to include trajectory, RF/EOIR signatures, environmental effects, or tactical communications.
+ Familiarity with Python scripting language.
+ Familiarity with Linux.
+ Possess the ability to clearly express ideas/concepts, perform as part of a team, and be capable of operating in a multi-tasking environment.
+ Displays excellent communication, organizational, and technical writing skills and takes a proactive role to ensure that responsibilities are completed on or ahead of schedule.
+ Displays the ability to work within a collaborative environment composed of Government, Prime Contractor, and Supporting Contractor personnel.
+ Possess the ability to present and explain analytical information in front of varied audiences.
**Qualifications;**
+ BS in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science from an accredited university
+ 10+ years' relevant experience
+ SECRET security clearance
+ Knowledge of the HWIL architecture infrastructure, including truth presentation utilizing Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) adapter, and/or Ground Test Integrated System Simulation (GTISS) adapter.
+ Knowledge of the HWIL architecture infrastructure truth presentation to the element models (SMHR, signatures, environment).
+ Familiarity with data analysis libraries in Python (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).
+ Familiarity with Network Systems Integration and Test Environment (NSITE)
+ Familiarity with MDA Ground Test CONOPS.
**Travel:**
+ 0-10% Travel
**Clearance**
+ Secret Security Clearance
+ Top Secret Security Clearance (Desired)
**ITAR Requirement:**
_This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A "U.S. person" according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15._ _Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements._
**Benefits** : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: .
We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
**Who We Are**
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we've been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world's most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection in Washington, DC.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty - and succeed.
**What We Do**
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company's hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
_We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status._
**ITAR**
**About AV:**
**AV isn't for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.**
We don't just build defense technology-we redefine what's possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.
Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian-but we're not building history, we're building what's next.
**If you're ready to build technology that matters-with speed, scale, and purpose-there's no better place to do it than AV.**
**Careers at AeroVironment (
Regular
**Job Description**
We are seeking a highly motivated Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Analyst to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) in assessing the capabilities of the Missile Defense System (MDS). This critical role will involve working in a distributed Hardware-In-the-Loop (HWIL) simulation environment, contributing to MDA Ground Test (GT) events, Continuous Developmental Integration (CDI) activities, and MDA Flight Test (FT) support. The primary focus will be analyzing the Objective Simulation Framework (OSF), delivering analytical support to MDA's distributed software threat simulation.
+ Provide M&S framework analysis support for GT events, CDI activities, and Flight Test support.
+ Perform verification of OSF and element configuration settings based on HWIL run data and documentation.
+ Perform the analysis for the integration of current and future software capabilities into OSF.
+ Ensure event data quality and integrity through verification and validation analysis of test data.
+ Develop and run Python tools to support M&S analysis activities.
+ Document and communicate analysis results across interdisciplinary teams.
+ Collaborate with a team of analysts and engineers to ensure the successful execution of test simulation campaigns.
+ Experience with Modeling and Simulation Frameworks.
+ Expertise in areas of Missile Defense data analysis to include trajectory, RF/EOIR signatures, environmental effects, or tactical communications.
+ Familiarity with Python scripting language.
+ Familiarity with Linux.
+ Possess the ability to clearly express ideas/concepts, perform as part of a team, and be capable of operating in a multi-tasking environment.
+ Displays excellent communication, organizational, and technical writing skills and takes a proactive role to ensure that responsibilities are completed on or ahead of schedule.
+ Displays the ability to work within a collaborative environment composed of Government, Prime Contractor, and Supporting Contractor personnel.
+ Possess the ability to present and explain analytical information in front of varied audiences.
**Qualifications;**
+ BS in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science from an accredited university
+ 10+ years' relevant experience
+ SECRET security clearance
+ Knowledge of the HWIL architecture infrastructure, including truth presentation utilizing Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) adapter, and/or Ground Test Integrated System Simulation (GTISS) adapter.
+ Knowledge of the HWIL architecture infrastructure truth presentation to the element models (SMHR, signatures, environment).
+ Familiarity with data analysis libraries in Python (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).
+ Familiarity with Network Systems Integration and Test Environment (NSITE)
+ Familiarity with MDA Ground Test CONOPS.
**Travel:**
+ 0-10% Travel
**Clearance**
+ Secret Security Clearance
+ Top Secret Security Clearance (Desired)
**ITAR Requirement:**
_This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A "U.S. person" according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15._ _Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements._
**Benefits** : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: .
We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
**Who We Are**
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we've been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world's most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection in Washington, DC.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty - and succeed.
**What We Do**
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company's hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
_We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status._
**ITAR**
**About AV:**
**AV isn't for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.**
We don't just build defense technology-we redefine what's possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.
Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian-but we're not building history, we're building what's next.
**If you're ready to build technology that matters-with speed, scale, and purpose-there's no better place to do it than AV.**
**Careers at AeroVironment (