C++ Simulation Software Engineer

The Algorithms, Modeling and Assessments (AMA) Division of Applied Research Associates, Inc.

(ARA) is seeking a professional with background in computer science, scientific/mathematical modeling, aerospace/mechanical/electrical engineering, or related physical science for the application of modeling and 3-D visualization of nuclear-weapon effects on missile defense and space-based systems.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:


* Applicants selected to perform work shall be U.S.

citizens and shall comply with applicable program security requirements.

The nature of work (i.e., interactions with the intelligence community and DOD programs/facilities) requires eligibility to apply for and hold a U.S.

security clearance; selected applicants will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements at the time of employment.


* Applicants must have a degree in one of the following (or related) fields or be currently enrolled in an accredited degree program with completion within a year:
+ Computer Science,
+ Engineering,
+ Physics.


* Applications must also have the following years of relevant work experience accompanying their education level:
+ BS: 2 – 4 years,
+ MS: 0 – 2 years.

REQUIRED SKILLS:


* Strong C/C++ programming skills.


* A desire to work in a dynamic team environment.


* Knowledge of principles, concepts, and techniques of scientific analysis, statistics and mathematical methodologies.


* Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written mediums with technical and non-technical audiences.

The Team

Our team is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora—"ever better".

This ideal applies not just to the betterment products for our end users, but also to the betterment of oneself as an individual and professional.

We support our team members in pursuing tasks and projects that interest them to build their skills and broaden their experiences, which, ultimately, increases their value.

We always strive to find the best way to deliver useful products to our end users, and, in that regard, the team promotes a mindset that is open to change and improvement.

Team members are also encouraged to grow their own ideas, and we support them with access to subject-matter experts (SMEs) who have decades of experience in marketing and creating successful products for our customers.

The Experience

The successful applicant will work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team of physicists, engineers, and computer scientists developing simulation tool technologies that support real-world planning operations for the Department of Defense and the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA).

You will be continuously challenged to learn and grow expertise in new areas of great importance to our national defense.

You’ll become familiar with unique research areas such as


* nuclear-weapons effects & survivability,


* missile defense,


* natural spa...