??Modeling & Simulation Engineer?

Leidos • San Diego, CA • 17h ago

Description

Leidos addresses some of the nation's toughest defense challenges throughinnovativesignal processing and data analytics. Our San Diego-based team consists ofhighlyskilledscientists andengineers focused on extracting maximum intelligence fromcomplex datasets derived fromdiverse sensing modalities.We seeka talented Modeling and Simulation Engineer who thrives in algorithm research, development,and implementation.The ideal candidate is creative, efficient,collaborates well,andispassionate about bringing solutions from concept to delivery.Leidos is an employee-friendly company with acompetitive benefit package, flexible working hours, and a collegial atmosphere.

Primary Responsibilities

On a day-to-day basis, responsible for:

Algorithm development,

Software design, and

Data analysis.

Modeling real world systems in simulation for SWIL/HWIL testing.

Basic Qualifications

BS degree in physicswith 4-8 years of relevant experience, orMasterswith 2-6 years of relevant experience, orDoctoral degree if less than 2 years of experience

Strong background in Aerospace, Math, and/or Physics?

Strong knowledge of programming and modeling and simulation applications (Python, C++, RUST, etc.)?

An ability to obtain and?maintain?a Clearance?

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience, though candidates with 0-2 years of experience are welcome??

Experience with C/C++ programming languages (object oriented).?

Experience with collaborative development with other team members?

US CItizenship with the ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance

Required on-site full-time work in San Diego, CA

Ideally knowledgeable in astrodynamics?

An ability to obtain and?maintain?a TS/SCI Clearance?

An advanced degree (M.S./Ph.D)?

Experience developing and testing algorithms for processing real-world image or radar?data?

Experience with wave physics (RF, acoustic, optical)

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If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

February 9, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com .

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/) .

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

REQNUMBER: R-00175590

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.

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