Leidos Defense Systems is seeking a talented Modeling & Simulation Lead Engineer to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems.  With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos Defense Systems provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific, IT and manufacturing solutions to our customers most technically challenging problems.

Primary Responsibilities

The Modeling and Simulation Engineering Lead will spearhead the design, development, and validation of a sophisticated modeling and simulation environment for high-power systems. This role involves creating physics-based dynamical models for AC/DC electrical power systems, power electronics, thermal-fluid systems, and directed-energy systems. The incumbent will define the architecture, functional specifications, and interfaces for integrating system-of-systems dynamical models, encompassing various engineering disciplines such as electrical, software, and thermal-fluids. Key responsibilities include conducting simulation studies to verify control system performance against customer requirements, utilizing techniques such as Monte Carlo studies. Additionally, the lead will support the development, integration, and testing of control system electronic hardware and software, ensuring a seamless and efficient workflow.

Basic Qualifications

Candidate must have strong leadership credentials, good organizational skills, attention to detail and work well as a key member of a team often tasked to be highly responsive and agile in order to satisfy critical program needs.

The candidate must have experience in the following areas:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field.

• Minimum of 8 years of proven experience in Modeling and Simulation, with a focus on developing and integrating system-of-systems models in Matlab/Simulink environment (6 years with a Master's degree).

• Strong understanding of modeling and simulation requirements, objectives, and deliverables.

• Experience collaborating with cross-disciplinary engineering teams, including electrical, software, and thermal-fluids systems.

• Must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate.

• Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance or meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant technical field.

• Experience with high-power systems, including power electronics, thermal-fluid systems, and directed energy systems.

• Proficiency in additional simulation tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, COMSOL, ANSYS, Matlab/Simulink).

• Experience with auto-code generation using Matlab Coder and/or Simulink Coder

• Experience in implementing real-time control systems in embedded software and/or firmware 

• Education and/or experience in mathematical fundamentals of control theory; including dynamic-algebraic equation analysis; numerical methods; and linear and non-linear control theory 

• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing methodologies.

• Experience in coordinating and managing subcontractor M&S activities 

• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing and guiding engineering teams.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to innovate and optimize complex systems.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to a diverse audience.

• Active security clearance

Original Posting Date:

2024-08-29

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $101,400.00 - $183,300.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.