Modeling & Simulation Analyst - RAF Lakenheath, UK

SAIC is seeking a Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Analyst to support the US Air Force Agency for Modeling and Simulation (AFAMS) program at the US Air Forces Europe / Air Forces Africa (U-A) Warfare Center (UAWC) in RAF Lakenheath, UK. AFAMS is the premier agency responsible for implementation, integration, and development of Modeling and Simulation (M&S) standards that support the US Air Force, Department of Defense, and mission partners facilitating all-domain Warfighter training across the full spectrum of conflict. The role of this position is to conduct the initial setup and subsequent continued operations of a new FENIX (F-35 Emulated Non-OFP Interoperability Xperience) site in RAF Lakenheath, UK. This site's mission is to enable F-35 all-domain joint and coalition tactical training utilizing the FENIX simulator to US, allied, and partner-nation warfighters spanning the United States European Command (USEUCOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR). Duties of the Modeling & Simulation Analyst will include:

• Provide M&S services and support for all federations, models, and systems in preparation for, during, and after events, including but not limited to training of augmentation personnel; testing; configuration management; functional/operational support; system integration; troubleshooting/debugging; system software and hardware support; and database development, modification, and maintenance (including but not limited to unit, terrain, visual and entity databases).
• As used herein, "events" refers to all activities that require M&S services or support to include but are not limited to exercises; mission rehearsals; threat, functional, operational, risk reduction and integration tests; and training missions and events.
• Identify and submit innovative M&S solutions to enhance existing capabilities.
• Review test plans and define/develop test benches for software libraries.
• Ensure models and simulations comply with UAWC Information Assurance and network security protocols.
• Provide M&S support and expertise in the following domain/mission areas (potentially at multiple locations/instances simultaneously):
+ F-35 FENIX + Next Generation Threat System (NGTS) + Modern Air Combat Environment (MACE) + Virtual Reality Scene Generator (VRSG) + Advanced Simulation Technology Inc. (ASTi) Server (VOISUS)
• Provide support for all models, maps, underlays, and terrain databases in preparation for, during, and after events.
• For the domain / mission areas identified above, prepare, coordinate, and present briefings and lead discussions with a wide range of audiences as requested by the Government.
  
  US Citizen and Top Secret / SCI Security Clearance.
• DoDM 8570.01 IAT Level II Certification.
• Expert-level knowledge and experience in Next Generation Threat System (NGTS).
• Degree in Computer Science or a comparable computer related or IT degree.
• Bachelor's and 9 yrs, Master's and 7; or relevant years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Highly proficient in and shall possess the necessary certifications and credentials needed to effectively operate the M&S federations, models, systems, and their associated components.
• Experience working in a distributed environment using both Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) and High-Level Architecture (HLA) protocols.
• Understanding of TCP/User Datagram Protocol (UDP) network communication.
• Understanding of Unicast, Multicast, and Broadcast networking.
Desired Experience/Qualifications:
• Familiarity with F-35 FENIX.
• Familiarity with C++ programming.
• In-depth knowledge of Windows and/or Linux system administration and scripting.
• Experience developing engineering network solutions and technical diagrams, as well as providing port and protocol information for specified systems.
• Experience with Advanced Simulation Technology Inc. (ASTi) Server (VOISUS).
• Experience with M&S federation tools such as Joint Simulation Protocol Analyzer (JSPA), DIS-Filter, and/or JLVC Analysis Workstation (JAWS).
• Familiarity with VMWare and the creation and use of virtual machines.
• Proficient using MS Office including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Experience working in a virtual computing environment.
• Experience using networking tools such as Wireshark and Netlink.
• Understand of basic computer hardware maintenance.
  
  Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.
  
  Travel - Initial requirements for travel will be up to 20% with travel requirements reducing to 10% or below once operations are established.
Additional Benefits - Dependent on personal eligibility and/or meeting length of employment requirements
• Individual Logistics Support at RAF Lakenheath, including:
+ Commissary + Army and Air Force Exchange Services (AAFES) + Local Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) services + Military banking services + Military Postal Service + Vehicle registration + Purchase of petroleum and oil (POL) products + DoD Education Activity (DoDEA) schools for minor dependents on a space-available basis + Emergency medical and dental services on a space-available basis + Reimbursement for minor dependent education at the duty location + Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) at the Group 3 rate + Relocation to/from United Kingdom