À propos de ce poste Modeling and Simulation Software Integration Engineer (Junior) chez AeroVironment
Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
The M&S Integration Engineer/Manager will support the mission of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Engineering Directorate Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Office (DES) in the role of Integration Manager (IM) to test the Missile Defense System (MDS) in a distributed Hardware-In-the-Loop (HWIL) simulation environment, including MDS Ground Test (GT) events and MDS Flight Test support (pre-mission risk reduction, mission execution team training, and post-flight reconstruction). They will provide integration operations support to accomplish the agency's Continuous Developmental Integration (CDI) activities, Ground Test and Flight Test.
Participates in all phases of the M&S Framework integration for the MDA Ground Tests events, Flight Tests and Continual Developmental Integration (CDI) activities. This includes providing support for test planning, functionality tracing, understanding OSF Framework (FW) build requirements and ensuring they are being met in these events/activities.
Support to the M&S Event Mission Manager as the DES-I representative in the GT/FT events and CDIs providing support as a interface/focal point for the DT MTD, interface with the Integrator/NOSC to resolve OSF Framework issues and coordinate DES-I Teams response. Responsible for drafting and distributing End-of-Day reports (EODs) to the DES community to keep the DES-I Teams apprised of event execution progress.
Coordinate communications (phone lines, bridges, SVOIPs, etc.) between labs supporting CDI, GT and FT Events for M&S teams.
Drafts and submits PERSTAT (Personnel Status) reports for deployed personnel supporting GT/FT Events, ensures all site required pre-requisites for team are tracked and completed prior to travel, works with contract travel coordinator for team travel requirements.
Aids the Event Mission Manager in conducting DES-I Internal Coordination Brief meetings for assigned GT/FT events. Drafts and updates meeting briefing slide deck, schedules and facilitates meetings, and provides action item lists as necessary.
Assist with the coordination of scheduling of test resources (facilities, personnel, etc.) to support Missile Defense System-level test events and/or CDI activities.
Must be willing to support travel (10%) to coordinate/monitor test support, support technical interchange meetings, and test coordination and planning meetings.
Engages M&S product configuration management for events, including the routing, tracking and coordination of Change Requests (CRs), on-console software & configuration changes, etc.
Must be willing to support occasional off-nominal work hours (nights / weekends).
Required:
Bachelor's degree in STEM, a related field or equivalent experience.
Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance.
Minimum of 0-5 years' experience and a Bachelor's degree; OR equivalent years of experience without degree.
Must be capable of working in a technically challenging environment and interfacing with simulation framework developers; test event integration personnel; data analysts; and event planners, testers, and other stakeholders.
Must be a self-starter capable of working with minimal direction.
Must have a good understanding of the overall MDS infrastructure and Element capabilities.
Must have strong interpersonal and analytical skills to work as a team player.
Must be able to work comfortably and effectively with team members as well as MDS Element contacts, test stakeholders and other DOD contractors.
Preferred Requirements:
Experience supporting integrated system test events.
Experience with staffing coordination.
Entry-level familiarity with real-time distributed simulation infrastructures; MDS Element configurations and operations; and DoW Operational Testing (OT) and Development Testing (DT).
Travel: This role requires the ability to travel up to 10-25% to support mission-critical events and meetings.
Work Schedule: Occasional night and weekend work is expected to meet critical testing schedules and event-driven timelines.
SECRET clearance/ TS Preferred
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: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
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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.
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