SimIS

IT solutions for government and defense

Junior Software Developer - Modeling & Simulation

Software EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSuffolk, VA, USA$60k - $80k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field is required.
One to three years of software development experience is required; internships and academic projects count.
Basic proficiency in one or more of C++, C#, Java, or Python is required.
An understanding of fundamental software engineering principles is required.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
Communication and teamwork abilities are required.
The candidate must be eager to learn and adapt to new technologies.
The candidate must be detail-oriented and have strong debugging skills.
The candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing simulation software for military training and analysis under senior supervision.
Support software development efforts using established coding standards and best practices.
Learn and apply simulation frameworks such as High-Level Architecture and Distributed Interactive Simulation.
Contribute to the development of simulation scenarios, models, and system behaviors.
Participate in software testing and quality assurance activities.
Assist with integrating models and simulations with Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance systems and external interfaces.
Support technical documentation efforts, including design specifications and test plans.
Collaborate with team members to translate basic military requirements into software components.
Participate in code reviews and learn from senior developers.
Maintain version control practices and follow configuration management procedures.
Assist with compliance with software development standards and security guidelines.

Desired Qualifications

Academic coursework or projects related to modeling and simulation.
An understanding of software engineering best practices, including Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Exposure to simulation frameworks such as High-Level Architecture, Distributed Interactive Simulation, or similar modeling and simulation tools.
A basic understanding of version control systems such as Git.
Interest in military systems and defense applications.
Academic experience with databases and data structures.
Familiarity with software testing principles.

100% ONSITE

Who We Are: Founded in 2007, SimIS Inc. is an innovative information technology solution Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) that models future environments, requirements, and capabilities, and then secures the enterprise from internal and external threats compliant with Federal, State, and industry standard governance to ensure client mission success. Our performance standard is "excellence," with an outcomes-based, quality focus in our services and products, guided by our core values of honesty (in word and deed), relationships (confidence and trust with clients and partners), teamwork (shared goals, mission, and purpose), loyalty (allegiance to our client and team), and importance of others (work and win as a team).

SimIS is currently recruiting for the listed position and is contingent upon award.

Job Description:
The ideal candidate will support U.S. military Modeling & Simulation (M&S) efforts under the guidance of senior developers at our Suffolk, Virginia headquarters. This entry-level role involves assisting in the design, development, integration, and maintenance of simulation systems used for training, analysis, and decision support in defense environments. The candidate will work closely with experienced team members to develop foundational skills in software engineering while gaining exposure to military systems, simulation standards, and real-time/constructive simulations.

The candidate performs the following specific assignments:

Assists in developing simulation software for military training and analysis under senior supervision
Supports software development efforts using established coding standards and best practices
Learns and applies simulation frameworks such as HLA (High-Level Architecture) and DIS (Distributed Interactive Simulation)
Contributes to the development of simulation scenarios, models, and system behaviors
Participates in software testing and quality assurance activities
Assists with integrating models and simulations with C4ISR systems and external interfaces
Supports technical documentation efforts including design specifications and test plans
Collaborates with team members to translate basic military requirements into software components
Participates in code reviews and learns from senior developers
Maintains version control practices and follows configuration management procedures
Assists with compliance with software development standards and security guidelines

Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
1-3 years of software development experience (internships and academic projects count)
Basic proficiency in one or more programming languages: C++, C#, Java, or Python
Understanding of fundamental software engineering principles

Experience Desired:

Academic coursework or projects related to modeling and simulation
Understanding of software engineering best practices including Agile/Scrum methodologies
Exposure to simulation frameworks such as HLA, DIS or similar M&S tools
Basic understanding of version control systems (Git)
Interest in military systems and defense applications
Academic experience with databases and data structures
Familiarity with software testing principles

Special Skills/Knowledge/Training Required/Desired:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies
Detail-oriented with strong debugging skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision
Short-Term Disability (at no cost to you) & Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Flex Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance Program
Professional Development
Paid Time Off (PTO)
11 Federal Holidays each year

SimIS, Inc. is an EOE / M / F / Disability / VET / Drug Free Employer

About the Company

SimIS

IT solutions for government and defense

SimIS provides information technology solutions for government and defense across modeling and simulation, test and evaluation, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems. Its offerings include executable models built with cognitive systems engineering for simulations, DoD/DHS T&E to verify system readiness, and cybersecurity services such as CMMC compliance, plus autonomous platforms developed in-house like the SAMS maritime system and RiverScout. The company differentiates itself by delivering end-to-end, integrated capabilities from concept to deployment, supported by a veteran-owned background and a dedicated robotics lab that advances unmanned systems. Its goal is to help government customers model, test, secure, and deploy advanced systems through a cohesive suite of engineering, analytics, and IT services.

Company size: 11-50
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Not listed
Founded: 2007

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