Senior Modeling and Simulations Engineer / Assistant Technical Director

Clearance Requirement: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Technical Leadership & Direction:

· Strategic Execution: Partner with the Technical Director to establish technical standards, shape strategic engineering initiatives, and ensure the successful delivery of complex technical projects.

· Team Mentorship: Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical oversight to mid-level and junior engineers, analysts, and project teams.

· Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a primary technical liaison with defense clients, presenting complex analytical findings, architectural designs, and simulation results to senior military decision-makers.

· Quality Assurance: Oversee the technical rigor of all project deliverables, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with mission objectives.

Modeling & Simulations Engineering:

· Simulation Architecture: Lead the development, integration, and execution of advanced models and simulations focusing on military communications, networking systems, and multi-domain operations.

· Scenario Development: Design high-fidelity operational scenarios to test system capabilities, evaluate vulnerabilities, and optimize tactical network performance in contested environments.

· Data Analysis: Utilize advanced analytical techniques to process simulation outputs, translating raw data into actionable insights for mission engineering and acquisition decisions.

· Tool Integration: Maintain and integrate various M&S software tools, environments, and frameworks required to support DoD-level analysis.

Required Qualifications:

· Education: Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a closely related technical discipline.

· Clearance: Must possess an active Secret security clearance.

· Experience: Senior-level professional experience (typically 8–10+ years) in systems engineering and modeling/simulations within the DoD or defense industry, coupled with proven technical leadership or management experience.

· Technical Skills: * Deep expertise in defense-standard modeling and simulation tools and frameworks (e.g., AFSIM, MATLAB/Simulink, STK, or similar).

o Strong background in systems architecture, mission engineering, and data analysis.

o Familiarity with military C4 (Command, Control, Communications, and Computers) and tactical networking systems.

· Work Style: Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to work effectively on-site with minimal telework.

Compensation & Benefits:

CFT is proud to offer a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Benefits for this full-time position include:

· Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

· 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

· Tuition Assistance for continuous learning and professional development

· Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

· Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

*** Compendium Federal Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.