- Salary
- $150k – $160k
- Location
- Quantico, Virginia
- Workplace
- Remote, Onsite
- Department
- IT
- Education
- Bachelor
- Clearance
- Required
Description
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Modeling and Simulation Developer to join a team developing next-generation modeling and simulation capabilities that support critical defense and naval mission objectives. This role is ideal for a software engineer with experience building simulation environments, game-based systems, or virtual training platforms who wants to contribute to high-impact national security programs. This role will be fully onsite (5 days) in Quantico, VA. This position is onsite in Quantico, VA and requires an active TS/SCI Clearance!
Responsibilities of the Modeling and Simulation Developer:
- Design, develop, and maintain advanced modeling and simulation applications.
- Build and integrate simulation capabilities within larger mission and system architectures.
- Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and operational SMEs to improve simulation fidelity and performance.
- Develop new features, conduct testing and validation, and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
- Support interoperability and mission-focused testing efforts, including Naval Capabilities Integration Process (NCIP) initiatives.
- Lead project planning, technical documentation, data collection, and stakeholder coordination activities.
Qualifications for the Modeling and Simulation Developer
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related technical discipline.
- TS/SCI clearance
- 3+ years of software development experience focused on modeling, simulation, gaming, or virtual environments.
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages including C++, C#, Python, or Java.
- Experience with simulation or game-development platforms such as AFSIM (preferred), Unity, Unreal Engine, Simio, or Arena.
- Familiarity with Git or other version control systems and collaborative development practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced technical environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting military, defense, or operational modeling and simulation programs.
- Knowledge of Naval systems and the Naval Capabilities Integration Process (NCIP).
- Familiarity with 3D graphics, physics engines, and database technologies such as SQL.
- Experience working in Agile or Scrum software development environments.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across technical and mission-focused teams.
Compensation for the Modeling and Simulation Developer includes:
- Starting salary ranges from $150,000 to $160,000 based on experience.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Paid Holidays and Sick leave as required by law.
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