Combat Simulation Systems Analyst

We have an opening for a qualified Systems Analyst to join our multidisciplinary team of applied modeling and simulation professionals. Working closely with operations researchers, weapon scientists, intelligence analysts, code developers, and other subject matter experts, you will support varied national security mission areas. You will use tools such as the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration and Modeling (AFSIM) software to assess how military technologies and systems perform for varied missions and in varied operational environments. As part of this effort, you will apply a combination of technical depth and breadth, critical thinking, and design principles to test, refine, and postulate potential alternatives to achieve desired mission outcomes.

Depending on your assignment, this position may offer a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You may have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week.

Within the Computational Engineering Division (CED) of the Engineering Directorate, this position will support LLNL programs in the Strategic Deterrence and Global Security Principal Associate Directorates.

In this role, you will

• Collaborate with scientists and researchers in a multidisciplinary team environment and contribute to the fulfillment of technical projects and organizational objectives, specifically including the application of key technologies to military operations.
• Work independently under general direction to solve problems of limited complexity using standard techniques and methodologies and fundamental knowledge, and by adhering to defined practices and procedures.
• Leverage AFSIM and related modeling and simulation tools to analyze the application of key technologies to identified missions, identify and evaluate potential courses of action, determine their operational utility, and/or suggest possible alternatives.
• Contribute to research and analysis addressing program and sponsor requirements.
• Use tools such as AFSIM or the Joint Conflict and Tactical Simulation (JCATS) programs to model and analyze operational scenarios.
• Communicate with, deliver results to, and otherwise engage with project managers and other internal stakeholders as appropriate in a concise and effective way.
• Document modeling and simulation methods, assumptions, results, and insights in reports and presentations.
• Travel as required to support project managers in their programmatic sponsor interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q/SCI-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, operations research, or a related technical field, and/or experience in modeling military planning and operations, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Fundamental knowledge and experience using conflict simulation tools such as AFSIM or JCATS to provide analytic insight.
• Ability to approach difficult problems with enthusiasm and creativity, and to balance parallel threads of work.
• Experience working with a team of scientists, engineers, and project managers to conduct system analysis studies and successfully complete objectives.
• Experience with one or more of the following programming tools: Python, R, MATLAB, Java, C++, or equivalent.
• Sufficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment and present and explain technical information to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to travel.

Qualifications We Desire

• Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, operations research, or a related field, and/or a background in aerodynamics, radar systems, kill chain modeling, machine learning or optimization algorithms.
• Relevant experience working with the military operational community, substantive claims to military domain knowledge, or equivalent claim to subject matter expertise with respect to the national defense enterprise.

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Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

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• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.  Also, you must have the ability to obtain and maintain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access.  If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

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