Computer Engineer I

Job Description

Job Description

The DCS Air & Space Technology (AST) Sector is seeking a Computer Engineer for an exciting opportunity in support of the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL).

In this role, you will help deliver technical expertise, with a focus on Modeling, Simulation & Analysis. You will collaborate closely with other DCS computer scientists and data analysts to support the customer’s digital engineering initiatives. This position offers a chance for your curiosity and creativity to shine as you engineer unique solutions for a diverse problem set. We are seeking individuals that are driven and ready to grow with our company.

DCS recognizes that its employees are the critical component in providing renowned solutions in the U.S. Defense, Aerospace, Human Factors, and Security markets. As an employee-owned company, professionals across all levels are valued and provided with the resources to make an immediate impact. At DCS, you will have the opportunity to work together with colleagues across multiple departments to support world-class research and development, while benefiting from training and mentorship to guide your career growth. Join DCS and contribute to innovative solutions that shape the future of critical technologies.

Essential Job Functions:

Development and integration of military models and operational concepts into AFSIM to advance the study of R&D conceptual technologies.

Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and triage.

Testing and evaluation of simulation environment and systems under test within the simulation environment.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, US citizenship is required.

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Secret level US DOD security clearance. Applicants selected will be subject to a US government background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Similar).

Familiarity in at least one of the following specialty areas: AFSIM, MBSE, AI/ML, or Database Development

Experience using at least one scripting language such as JavaScript or Python.

Experience with Object Oriented programming.

Must be curious to explore new problems and develop creative solutions.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Must work onsite at customer facility. No Remote work.

Desired Skills:

Active Secret (or higher) security clearance.

1–5 years of direct experience in one or more of the specialty areas listed above.

Strong understanding of military platforms, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), CONOPS, and mission-level concepts (air combat, ISR, electronic warfare, or electromagnetic spectrum operations highly desirable).

Familiarity with Agile Methodology particularly utilizing the Scrum framework.

Familiarity with Git-based version control, including branch management and merge request workflows in GitLab.

Master’s degree in technical field (Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Similar)