Make a Real Difference - Axient is seeking a sharp, motivated intermediate level Test Engineer to support Wargames and Exercises modeling and simulation engineering for the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Directorate of Test (DT). At Axient, we are at the forefront of new missile defense technologies and engaged with the MDA’s rigorous operational and developmental testing. This exciting, rewarding work helps guarantee the security of the United States and our Allies. Join a professional team of highly qualified engineers, analysts, scientists and technicians supporting the research, development, testing and evaluation of the missile defense system whose purpose is to detect, track, engage and destroy adversary missiles. 

Your typical day – Our MDA engineers work in modern, well-appointed government facilities on Schriever Space Force Base (SFB). Schriever SFB is located just east of Colorado Springs, Colorado. Colorado is certainly a hub of missile and space operations, research and development. You will collaborate with other missile defense experts – military, government civilians, and contractors from Axient and other companies. Our team of experts helps the Government manage planning, development, analysis and delivery of state-of-the art sensors, weapons, communications, and command/control systems.

This position serves as a Modeling and Simulation Engineer providing direct support to the Missile Defense Agency Directorate of Test, Wargames and Exercises Division (MDA/DTW). Tasks will include:

• Execute engineering tasks associated with supporting Combatant Command (CCMD) exercises through design, build, and running modeling and simulations of missile defense systems and missile threats
• Execute planning, configuring, monitoring, and implementation of Missile Defense System (MDS) parameters into simulation software such as MDASIM and EADSIM to support distributive virtual and constructive exercises modeling MDS and ballistic missile threats
• Support the technical lead in all aspects of MDS Wargames and Exercises modeling and simulation
• Conduct System Engineering Integration and Test element pre-test coordination, event execution, pre- and post-mission testing
• Support weekly planning meetings and technical working groups providing diverse network and architecture configurations
• Configure and conduct on-console support on designated modeling and simulation workstations that support CCMD and MDA MDS exercises
• Assist with identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering field
• 7 years of recent relevant experience
• Eligibility to obtain at least a Secret security clearance
• Familiarity with MDASIM, OSM, EADSIM and/or other modeling and simulation software
• Ability to configure and operate Windows and LINUX workstations
• Self-starter, able to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Basic knowledge of Missile Defense System components and system-level topics
• Willing to travel CONUS and OCONUS up to 25% of the time

Highly Desired Experience:

• Experience with DoD test processes and/or test execution
• Software development experience
• CompTIA Security+ certification

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