SimIS
Junior Software Developer - Modeling & Simulation
SimIS, Suffolk, Virginia, United States, 23437
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 to 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
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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 to 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
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