Staff Engineer, Operations Analyst (R5807)

Washington, D.C.full timeOn SiteseniorH1B: no

f7d8749a-72d6-407c-bf98-292ea630c73a Staff Engineer, Operations Analyst at Shield AI responsible for modeling, simulation, and analysis of autonomous aircraft systems. Evaluates mission effectiveness, survivability, and operational impact across multiple platforms and domains.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Staff Engineer, Operational Analyst to drive the modeling, simulation, and analysis of Shield AI’s autonomous aircraft systems. This role is pivotal in evaluating the mission effectiveness, survivability, and operational impact of our autonomy solutions across multiple platforms and domains. You will work closely with engineering, product development, and defense stakeholders to inform design trade-offs, assess system performance, and optimize mission capabilities.
This position requires a deep understanding of military operations, wargaming, modeling & simulation (M&S), analytic techniques, and operational analysis techniques. Your work will directly shape Shield AI’s strategy by identifying how our AI-powered platforms can best serve the evolving needs of modern warfare.
Develop and execute operational analysis strategies to assess the effectiveness of autonomous aircraft in real-world military scenarios.
Lead modeling, simulation, and wargaming efforts to evaluate system performance, mission impact, and survivability in contested environments.
Work closely with engineering teams and product managers to translate operational insights into design decisions and system improvements.
Conduct trade studies and sensitivity analyses to assess system performance under varying operational conditions and threats.
Utilize advanced modeling & simulation tools (e.g., AFSIM, STK, MATLAB, Python) to develop high-fidelity mission models.

Qualification

Expertise in military mission analysisProficiency with AFSIMDeep understanding of air combatAbility to work in a fast-paced

Required

7+ years of experience in operational analysis, modeling & simulation (M&S), or military operations research.
Expertise in military mission analysis, operational planning, and wargaming methodologies.
Proficiency with AFSIM, STK, MATLAB, or other M&S tools used for aerospace and defense applications.
Deep understanding of air combat, ISR, electronic warfare, or autonomous systems in contested environments.
Experience working with DoD stakeholders, warfighters, and government agencies to align capabilities with mission requirements.