Peraton
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Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
AFSIM Analyst
Position SummarySeeking an experienced AFSIM Analyst to support the conversion of an existing U.S. Navy simulation environment into the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM). The analyst will work closely with simulation engineers, Navy stakeholders, and mission analysts to translate existing simulation models, scenarios, data, and workflows into an AFSIM-based environment.
Analyze the current Navy simulation environment and develop an approach for migration to AFSIM.
Convert existing simulation models, scenarios, entities, behaviors, and engagement logic into AFSIM.
Develop and configure AFSIM scenarios, platforms, sensors, weapons, communications, and mission behaviors.
Validate converted models and ensure functional and analytical equivalence where appropriate.
Identify gaps between the legacy simulation environment and AFSIM and recommend technical solutions.
Support integration of AFSIM with existing simulation tools, data sources, and government systems.
Conduct simulation runs, analyze results, troubleshoot issues, and document findings.
Work with government and contractor teams to define requirements, test plans, and acceptance criteria.
Produce technical documentation, configuration artifacts, and analysis supporting the transition to AFSIM.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, operations research, or a related technical discipline.
Relevant military simulation experience may be considered in lieu of some educational requirements.
5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 3 years of relevant experience with a Master's degree; OR 0+ years relevant experience with a PhD.
Relevant simulation/modeling experience, with demonstrated AFSIM experience strongly preferred.
Experience with AFSIM and its modeling/simulation framework.
Experience developing, configuring, or migrating military simulation environments.
Understanding of U.S. Navy mission systems, platforms, sensors, weapons, and/or C4ISR concepts.
Ability to interpret existing simulation architectures and translate them into AFSIM models.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical documentation skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating with government and engineering teams.
Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
Experience converting an existing Navy or DoD simulation environment to AFSIM.
Experience with AFSIM scripting, scenario development, and model validation.
Familiarity with constructive simulation, wargaming, mission-level modeling, or campaign analysis.
Experience with Navy tactical operations, distributed simulation, or digital engineering.
Software development experience in C++, Python, or related languages.
Familiarity with systems engineering, verification and validation, and model accreditation processes.
Target Salary Range $112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
Application Statements The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.
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