Senior Radar/RF Modeling and Simulation Engineer

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with exceptional people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We've got what you're looking for. **Job Description:** Parsons is seeking a talented **_Senior Radar/RF Engineer / Software Developer_** to join our Defensive Threat Systems Modeling and Simulation (M&S) team supporting the warfighter and prominent acquisition and intelligence programs within the Missile and Space Intelligence Center (MSIC). The candidate will be part of a team performing modeling and simulation of defensive weapon systems of peer/near-peer adversaries. The principal focus will be on surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems comprising RF sensors; target acquisition and tracking; 6-DOF missile flyout, command, and seeker endgame; network-centric warfare techniques; command-and-control (C2/C4); and advanced RF techniques. The role includes engineering analysis/assessment and software prototyping of fielded and emerging SAM systems to include radar sensors, missile seekers, datalinks, passive RF detection, electronic support and attack, signal processing chains, RF propagation, and detection/track/engagement and finally the development of medium and high-fidelity production models using the TMAP STIMS 2.0 NOVA, STIMS 3.0 and/or LIVE modeling standards/frameworks. **What You'll Be Doing:** + Participating in the design, development, test, and maintenance of software models simulating and/or emulating real-world, adversarial (threat) Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) Systems within the TMAP STIMS 2.0 NOVA, STIMS 3.0 and/or LIVE modeling frameworks + Engineering analysis of real-life threat weapon systems supplementing all available all-source intelligence assessments informing software model lifecycle including development, maintenance, and study support + Understanding, refinement, communication, and tracking of software model requirements + Deep understanding of real-world threat weapon system characteristics, capabilities, and limitations and the digital twin that represents that system + Developing software using MATLAB/SIMULINK, C/C++, and/or Python + Leading technical discussions to assist in near- and long-term planning + Working closely with the customer to understand and deliver quality products that accomplish the mission + Understanding and/or developing engineering designs supplied by the customer and working with a team to develop software models that represent the weapon system at the fidelity necessary to meet customer goals **What Required Skills You'll Bring:** + Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field with 8+ years of experience **_OR_** Master's Degree with 6+ years of experience **_OR_** Ph.D. with 4+ years of experience + Strong programming skills in C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink + Subject matter expertise in RF propagation, signal processing, track filtering, antenna design, communications, radar systems, missile/seeker, passive radar, electronic support, and/or electronic attack + Experience with modeling and simulation of weapons systems including Radar, Directed Energy Weapons, Surface-to-Air Missile Systems, RF Jammers, Missile Seekers, and/or Anti-Satellite weapons + Ability to contribute to the overall strategic planning of the modeling team **Required Clearance:** + Candidate must be a US Citizen + Candidate must have an **ACTIVE** Secret Clearance and be willing/able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance **What Desired Skills You'll Bring:** + Experience with threat weapon system model modeling in TMAP, ODESSA, ESAMS, AFSIM, LIVE and/or ITASE + Experience with STIMS 2.0 (Simulink), STIMS 3.0 (C++), and/or LIVE modeling frameworks/standards + Software development in a DevOps or DevSecOps environment + Experience working in an AGILE software development team + Mentoring experience + Experience designing, developing, or operating code for a distributed processing environment + Experience with working with environmental datasets and RF propagation + TS/SCI Clearance **Security Clearance Requirement:** An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.​ This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now. Salary Range: $120,800.00 - $217,400.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to . About Us Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. 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