Job Title: Modeling and Simulation EngineerJob DescriptionThe Modeling and Simulation Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides executive-level insight to NAVWAR engineering support. This role involves the research and development of multi-function small form factor payloads for completing NAVWAR-based missions. You will develop and analyze models of novel algorithmic concepts to produce distributed electronic sensing effects for NAVWAR payloads and utilize EW signal processing algorithms to enable threat detection identification for employing countermeasures. Additionally, you will reverse engineer existing NAVWAR signal processing solutions, develop systems to support GPS system hardening, and integrate EW, Comms, and Radar missions into small form factor payloads.Responsibilities
Provide executive-level insight to NAVWAR engineering support.
Research and develop multi-function small form factor payloads for NAVWAR-based missions.
Develop and analyze models of novel algorithmic concepts for distributed electronic sensing effects.
Utilize EW signal processing algorithms for threat detection and countermeasures.
Reverse engineer existing NAVWAR signal processing solutions.
Develop systems to support GPS system hardening.
Develop RF hardware and software solutions for integrating EW, Comms, and Radar missions.
Investigate heterogeneous sensing concepts across different platforms.
Design and implement testing of RF and other hardware portions of software-defined radio frameworks.
Synthesize and allocate system requirements to ensure compliance with mission needs.
Support development and implementation of client requirements for RF solutions.
Perform Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) testing on systems impacted by denial/deception of PNT/GPS.
Support technical reviews of vendor hardware and software products and deliverables.
Research state-of-the-art signal processing algorithms.
Work with customers to integrate solutions into a variety of applications and use cases.
Debug, test, and validate capabilities using unit tests and scenarios reported by JNWC or JNWC Customers.
Essential Skills
Simulation
Modeling
Software testing
Simulation and modeling software
RF
Current DoD issued Security Clearance
BA/BS in engineering or related technical field
3-10 years of relevant experience
Prior leadership or management experience in higher-level roles
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with EW signal processing algorithms
Knowledge of GPS system hardening
Understanding of RF hardware and software solutions
Work EnvironmentThis position is located at Kirtland AFB. The role offers the stability of a company with a good reputation, full PTO, and benefits. You will be supporting a well-known contract in NM. The work schedule starts between 6-8 AM, and you will work for 8 hours.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $110000.00Paid Time Off w accrual; Jury leave; Parental leave11 paid holidaysMedical Vision and Dental several plans available401K with Company MatchWorkplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Belcamp,MD.Application DeadlineThis position will be accepting applications until Dec 24, 2024.About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
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