Reentry Systems Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Description Are you interested in using cutting edge models to simulate complex mission modeling in hostile environments? Do you want to become an expert in hypersonic and reentry system design and prototyping? Do you want to make contributions that accelerate the readiness of our Nation’s defenses to support next generation hypersonic and reentry systems? As a Reentry Systems Modeling and Simulation Software Engineer you will… Simulate mission level engagement scenarios using tools such as AFSIM Model emerging threats using the latest technologies and models available Develop and leverage Multidisciplinary Design Analysis and Optimization tools to support vehicle design efforts Develop and enhance models and simulations to enable next generation strategic systems to survive hostile environments Help optimize software to take full advantage of modern hardware Develop and leverage agentic AI workflows Own and maintain various software that model complex flight systems You will produce analyses and presentations to communicate findings to team members, external organization partners, and government sponsors Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you… Have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related field Have 5+ years of relevant experience Have experience working with or developing modeling and simulation tools using numerical methods Have experience with C/C++, Python, MATLAB, and/or other high performance scientific languages Are proficient in standard software engineering practices including version control (e.g. git) Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You’ll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you… Have a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related field Have experience with Multidisciplinary Design Analysis and Optimization tools Have experience with using optimal control software for trajectory analysis Have experience with engagement modeling software such as AFSIM, including writing plugins and extensions Have some experience with threat and/or engagement scenario modeling and simulation Have experience with HPC or GPU programming Have experience developing agentic AI workflows Have experience binding lower level languages (C/C++) to higher level languages (MATLAB/Python) Hold an active Secret or higher level clearance About Us The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world‑class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. APL celebrates diverse perspectives and encourages creativity and bold new ideas. Employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $100,000 Annually Maximum Rate $245,000 Annually #J-18808-Ljbffr Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab