Job Description

Job ID 219908

Location EGLIN AFB , FL , US

Date Posted 2021-07-01

Category Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory Research Scientist

Schedule Full-time

Shift Day Job

Travel Yes, 10 % of the Time

Minimum Clearance Required None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret

Potential for Remote Work No

Description

SAIC is looking for an entry to junior to mid-level research engineer to support the development, evaluation, and testing of munition systems for the United States Air Force. Specifically, it involves the development of real-time and non-real-time physics based simulations and simulation databases to support the full spectrum of testing to include algorithm in the loop testing, integrated system simulation testing, component and system modeling, and hardware in the loop testing. The successful applicant will work with senior personnel to develop models, simulations, databases, and support tools to aid in these tests. In addition, the applicant will be required to support the development of hardware and software interfaces unique to test units, including the development of scene generation, image processing, virtual reality, along with Graphical User Interfaces (GUI) development. The applicant will be expected to document processes, procedures, and test results, and report these to their program supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering, Computer Science and 5+ years of experience.
• Programming Skills such as Python, C++, MatLab, Simulink, Java, Assembly
• Hardware and software interface and development skills
• Familiarity with both Windows and UNIX

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering, Computer Science
• Experience in advanced computational techniques (parallel programming in both GPU and CPU)
• Graphical User Interfaces (GUI) development
• Ability to work on a team with other engineers to develop test systems and simulations
• Experience with simulation development, Simulink, or other simulation tools
• Able to communicate ideas clearly and efficiently
• Perform test and analyses to verify and validate algorithm and/or component and/or system performance
• Understanding of control system stability and performance criteria
• Develop, verify, and validate component and system level models
• Perform simulation configuration management and control and produce simulation documentation
• Image Processing, Augmented reality, Virtual reality, and scene generation
• Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) simulation development
• Microprocessor interface and assembly level programming
• Understanding of Open Architecture Systems

SAIC is a premier technology integrator solving our nation's modernization and readiness challenges. Our offerings across defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets include high-end solutions in engineering, IT, and mission outcomes. We integrate the best components from our portfolio with our partner's ecosystem to deliver innovative and effective solutions. We are 25,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, VA, SAIC has annual revenues of nearly $7.1 billion. For information, visit saic.com or Working at SAIC for benefits details. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer empowering people no matter their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive and respectful work culture that values all.