AFSIM Operations Analyst, Mission Engineering, Air Dominance & Strike, Active Clearance

Anduril Industries

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On-site
Location
Ashville, OH · Costa Mesa, CA
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$146,000–$194,000 / yr
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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1882 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · AFSIM Operations Analyst, Mission Engineering, Air Dominance & Strike, Active Clearance

Join Anduril’s Mission Engineering team as an AFSIM Operations Analyst, where you will engage with internal and external stakeholders to develop physics-based analyses using mission-level simulations. Your role involves employing the scientific method to create model-driven analysis and often designing these models yourself, leveraging advanced M&S capabilities to provide a competitive edge. You’ll need hands-on experience with AFSIM scripting and proficiency in languages like Python or MATLAB. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of relevant Science or Engineering experience and a deep understanding of domains such as Offensive/Defensive Counter-Air (OCA/DCA) and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR). Exceptional communication skills are crucial for translating complex findings into clear summaries for diverse audiences.

What you'll do

  • Develop model-driven analysis using the scientific method.
  • Design and execute experiments with mission-level simulations.
  • Translate stakeholder questions into physics-based analyses.
  • Generate clear, compelling analytical artifacts with actionable conclusions.
  • Use advanced M&S capabilities to provide competitive advantage.

What we're looking for

  • 3+ years of experience in a relevant Science or Engineering field
  • Secret security clearance required
  • 2+ years of hands-on AFSIM scripting experience
  • Proficiency in modeling and scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB)
  • Deep understanding of platform MS&A including aero, fuel, and signature modeling
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical information effectively

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