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Description

SAIC is seeking an exceptional Principal Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) Engineer to join our team supporting one of the Department of Defense’s most critical and complex acquisition efforts – the Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Program. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the modernization of the Air Force’s ICBM weapon system, ensuring its operational readiness and sustainability into the latter half of the 21st century.

The Sentinel ICBM Program, formerly known as the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD), is a massive, multi-faceted initiative aimed at replacing the aging LGM-30G Minuteman III weapon system. This career-defining program includes designing and integrating advanced ballistic missile systems, refurbishing or replacing key infrastructure, and fielding state-of-the-art command, control, and support systems. As a Principal MS&A Engineer, you will play a key role in the development and evaluation of the next-generation Sentinel ICBM system, driving innovation and delivering mission-focused solutions.

Your role as a Principal MS&A Engineer will include:

+ Developing, reviewing, and testing advanced rocket and missile dynamics models to support Sentinel ICBM flight performance evaluations.

+ Applying extensive engineering knowledge to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and effectiveness of complex MS&A tools for missile systems.

+ Performing system-level technical analyses to identify and resolve issues associated with rocket propulsion, missile dynamics, and guidance systems.

+ Supporting technical and programmatic reviews by developing reports, documentation, and presentations for senior stakeholders.

+ Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to execute engineering processes and deliver critical solutions to the Sentinel System Program Office.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering; Computer Science; Mathematics; Physics; or a related technical field.

+ A minimum of 9 years of experience in engineering or management support of defense systems, technology, or research and development activities).

+ Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.

+ A minimum of 3 years of experience in system design, integration, and analysis of military hardware or software systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Expertise in developing or working with 6-DOF simulations, modeling, and simulation systems.

+ Developer-level proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Fortran, and Python.

+ Understanding and implementation of agile software development practices.

+ Experience with Department of Defense projects, including the DoD Acquisition Lifecycle.

+ Familiarity with ICBM weapon systems and associated components.

+ Demonstrated experience with the development and analysis of rocket/missile systems.

+ Strong background in analyzing and interpreting large, complex data sets.

REQNUMBER: 2600215

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