modeling-and-simulation jobs in San Diego

SPA seeks a Software Engineer to develop warfare simulations using the Naval Simulation System (NSS) and related modeling and simulation tools. The role involves collaborating with senior developers on algorithm development, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation, with a focus on the MesaVision initiative.…See more Candidates must hold a B.S. in Computer Science or related field with 1–2 years of C++ development experience and basic Java proficiency, strong object-oriented programming skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

This mid-level Systems Engineer role focuses on defining, designing, and de-risking complex tactical communication systems integrating hardware, software, networking, and RF components. The engineer will contribute to mission-intent refinement, system architecture and interface definition, trade studies, modeling/simulation activities, and integration testing—capturing and validating expected vs.…See more observed behavior to surface architectural assumptions and feed insights back into system refinement. The role requires 4–6 years of experience integrating across hardware, software, networking, and RF domains in iterative, fast-paced environments where requirements and architecture evolve as uncertainty is reduced.

Associate Operations/Systems Analyst will assist in analyzing DoD program performance and system trends using modeling and simulation tools. The role involves data collection, system-of-systems modeling using MBSE tools, post-processing data analysis, and preparing technical deliverables and briefings.…See more Candidates should have a BS in Math, Engineering, Physical Science, Operations Research, Data Science, or related field with hands-on experience in M&S tools from academia, industry, government, or military service.

MITRE is recruiting computer science and software engineering interns to gain hands-on experience across multiple technical areas including front-end/back-end/full-stack development, AI/ML, cybersecurity software development, DevSecOps, mobile computing, embedded systems, IoT, UX/UI, modeling and simulation, model-based engineering, and virtual reality. Interns must be full-time students in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related disciplines with foundational knowledge of CS/SE methodologies, frameworks, tools, and programming languages.…See more The role involves collaborating with teams of experts to apply academic knowledge in a real-world, public-interest R&D environment.