Simulation and Modeling (M&S) Systems Engineer

Kitty Hawk Technologies, a growing service and technology innovator, is seeking talented and motivated professionals to deliver lean and effective solutions to our government partners. We have an immediate opening for a Simulation and Modeling (M&S) Systems Engineer to join our team. This position will provide an opportunity to develop the innovative technology that supports some of our nation’s most important defense initiatives. Kitty Hawk employees work closely with our customers to develop solutions that support national engineering and security missions, and the ideal candidate will support our team in providing program support to the Department of War (DoW).

In addition to receiving a competitive salary and health benefits, the M&S Systems Engineer will join a motivated, talented, and technically accomplished team. The employee will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Candidates must be results oriented and have the ability to work in a well-organized, logical and systematic manner. They will set clear objectives, monitor progress, take corrective action and control performance levels to maintain high internal customer satisfaction. They will possess deep insight into customer requirements and will maintain the ability to ethically influence those requirements. They will be able to clearly define and clearly articulate compelling solutions and will require an ability to quickly assimilate and apply complex technical information.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Modeling & Simulation tasking as a program office representative
• Chairs M&S WG across multiple stakeholders to develop, implement, and deploy M&S capabilities to test and train MDA Capability Insertion requirements
• Supports M&S Verification, Validation, and Accreditation activities (VV&A) across the enterprise including test planning, test execution, and accreditation ceremonies
• Participates in event planning and execution including System Test Events (STEs), Data Analysis Working Groups (DAWGS), and Fleet Demonstrations to ensure Capability Insertion requirements are supported at sites and with the fleet
• Contributes to the definition of Mission Analysis and Engineering requirements and ensures alignment to stakeholder priorities
• Supports acquisition evaluation activities as required

Required Qualifications:

• At least Fifteen years of DoD Systems Engineering, Test Engineering, or US Navy Operational Experience with Surface Combat Systems
• Active Top Secret Clearance with ability to gain SCI or active TS/SCI Eligibility – U.S. Citizenship is required.
• At least Seven Years Surface Navy Combat Systems engineering experience with U.S. Surface Navy Combat Systems, Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense, or US Navy missile/weapon control systems
• B.S. in a STEM Field or at least Six Years US Navy Operational Experience
• Demonstrated understanding of U.S. Surface Navy Combat Systems, Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense, or US Navy missile systems
• Demonstrated understanding of Systems Engineering processes and artifacts

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supporting digital and hardware in the loop (HWIL) M&S use cases
• M.S. in a STEM Field
• US Navy Operational experience with Aegis BMD, as a Warfare Tactics Instructor (WTI), or as a Systems Test Officer (STO)
• Expertise with Naval Surface Warfare or Missile Defense Agency programs and architectures
• Extensive experience with Navy combat systems engineering activities
• Active TS/SCI

Travel:

• Some travel is required to support this position

Job Type:

• Full-time

Pay:

• $150,000-$180,000 per year

Work Location:

• In person