Senior Software Engineer/AFSIM Modeler

Profile Summary: LinQuest corporation is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with AFSIM C++ development experience who possesses innate curiosity, creativity, and an adaptive, problem-solving mindset to join our team supporting an exciting and dynamic effort for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) on location in Reston, VA. The person will directly support a Behavior Modeling and Development team responsible for implementing the framework, plugins, libraries, and application program interfaces (APIs) for the behavior module of a novel DARPA-sponsored compute environment and suite of tools issued to conduct mission-level modeling simulation and analysis (MS&A) of complex, adaptive kill webs. Responsibilities: Design and develop novel extensions to the AFSIM environment. Develop C++ feature enhancements in an existing AFSIM environment. Develop platform, weapon, system, and behavior models and components. Develop and execute behavior and model testing, including development of test plans and scenarios. Prepare formal documentation of these models and behaviors, as well as of the processes to develop them. Provide technical direction to junior developer-modelers to execute tasks on schedule and to exercise quality control over model deliverables. Experience developing AFSIM C++ source code or plugin extensions. Required Skills: TS/SCI clearance and US Citizenship is required. High level of proficiency in AFSIM development/modeling/scripting. Proficient with C++ and C#. Strong technical project management skills. Ability to think creatively and function as part of a high-performing team. Ability to coordinate with government and external contractor stakeholders to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify objectives. Ability to lead and mentor a technical team. Excellent communication skills. BA in a related field with a minimum of 14 years of relevant experience. Degree must be in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Statistics, or related fields. Experience developing AFSIM C++ source code or plugin extensions. Experience implementing simulation models to inform executive decision-making. Eligible for SAP access. Preferred Skills: Understands software/systems engineering principles and can identify data exchange requirements between software modules and/or subsystems. Familiarity with one or more mission-level modeling and simulation environments such as NGTS, ITASE, etc., in addition to AFSIM proficiency. Knowledge and experience in Joint warfighting capabilities, advanced weapons, and current and future operational concepts, as well as modeling and simulation of the same. DOD 8570 approved certifications- CompTIA Security or level 1 equivalent. ISC2 Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional or Level 1 equivalent. Compensation: The salary for this position ranges from approximately $155,000 to $185,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications. Why LinQuest? 20 years of excellence from concept to capability. LinQuest is a national security space leader that enables defense and intelligence missions through advanced digital solutions and the development, integration, and operation of mission control systems. As a recognized thought leader in Digital Engineering and Digital Transformation, LinQuest delivers the technical capability, innovation, agility, and operational expertise to accelerate our Nation's competitive advantage in space. From concept to capability, LinQuest architects integrate end-to-end solutions, enabling Digital Dominance for a Digital Space Force. Benefits:

LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, company-paid life insurance, and more! For additional information please visit:

LinQuest Benefits . Qualifications Bachelors of Computer Science (preferred) Licenses & Certifications TS/SCI (preferred) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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