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# AFSIM Developer

- **Company:** Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
- **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Data Visualization, Discrete Event Simulation, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Radio-Frequency Identification, Orbital Mechanics, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation
- **Published:** July 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9064175/afsim-developer

## About the Role

* US citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance (if not already held)
 * Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
 * 3+ years hands-on experience developing AFSIM models, scenarios, and plugins.
 * Familiarity with modeling and simulation principles including discrete-event simulation, stochastic modeling, Monte Carlo techniques, and scenario-based experimentation.
 * Strong programming skills in languages such as C++, Python, or similar.
 * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills., * Master's degree in a technical field.
 * Experience modeling military platforms, RF systems, weapons, C2 networks, orbital mechanics, or EW effects.
 * Familiarity with other simulation tools or frameworks (e.g., MATLAB, STK, or similar).
 * Knowledge of data visualization and analysis tools.

## Description

MTSI is seeking a skilled AFSIM (Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling) Developer/Analyst to design, implement, and analyze mission-level simulations supporting advanced DoD systems and CONOPS development. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience extending AFSIM through scenario scripting, high-fidelity subsystem modeling, analytic workflows, and C++ plugin development. This role involves building and integrating complex models for sensors, weapons, communications, and decision logic into scalable simulation architectures to evaluate system performance and mission effectiveness., * Architect, develop, and maintain AFSIM models, plugins, and simulation components to support advanced mission-level analyses.

 * Develop custom AFSIM behaviors, algorithms, and decision models (tasking logic, autonomy, federated multi-domain behaviors, etc.).
 * Integrate external data sources (threat models, performance data, signatures, environmental models) to improve simulation fidelity.
 * Analyze simulation results and extract actionable insights and recommendations to stakeholders.
 * Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and subject matter experts to define simulation requirements and scenarios.
 * Integrate new capabilities, algorithms, and data into AFSIM models to enhance simulation fidelity.
 * Document simulation processes, methodologies, and results in technical reports and presentations.
 * Support briefings and discussions with customers and stakeholders.


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