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Simulation Developer

MANTECH Quantico, VA

Quantico, VA

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Full time Engineer Engineering Integration

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Job Description

MANTECH is hiring a Simulation Developer in Quantico, VA (onsite) to support the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab’s shift to digital wargaming.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and sustain simulation models and simulation environments using programming languages, tools, and data sources
Integrate simulation models and simulations into larger system architectures
Support Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory (MCWL) Wargaming Division efforts, including interoperability testing and model orchestration
Partner with engineers, analysts, and operational subject matter experts to improve model fidelity and maintain simulation accuracy
Implement new simulation features, perform model testing and validation, and troubleshoot issues across evolving simulation platforms
Lead and support planning, coordination, and documentation for simulation projects, including data collection, stakeholder alignment, and capability tracking

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related technical field
Minimum 7 years of software development experience focused on simulation or game-based environments; 10 years total experience without a degree
Proficiency with programming languages including C++, C#, Python, or Java
Experience with simulation platforms or engines: AFSIM, NGTS, OneSAF, Unity, Unreal Engine, Simio, or Arena
Familiarity with version control systems and collaborative software development workflows

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of modeling and simulation principles in military or operational contexts
Familiarity with mission engineering, wargaming, campaign analysis, or Naval Capabilities Integration Process (NCIP), and related military systems/processes
Knowledge of 3D graphics, physics engines, and database management systems (example: SQL)
Experience using Agile or Scrum development methodologies in simulation projects
Strong communication, analytical, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Clearance Requirements

Must possess a current/active TS/SCI security clearance

Physical Requirements

Ability and willingness to perform occasional manual labor and warehouse duties
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Occasionally move within the office to access file cabinets and office machinery
Frequently communicate with coworkers, management, and customers, which may include delivering presentations; must be able to exchange accurate information

Technologies

C++, C#, Python, Java
AFSIM, NGTS, OneSAF, Unity, Unreal Engine, Simio, Arena
Version control systems, SQL

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2d ago

Wargame Developer

MANTECH Quantico, VA

Quantico, VA

2d ago

Full time Data Processing Engineering Graphics Development

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Job Description

MANTECH is seeking a Wargame Developer to support the Marine Corps Wargaming Division in Quantico, VA. This onsite role focuses on moving from traditional wargaming toward high-fidelity digital environments that support senior leader decision making.

The position centers on building and running simulation databases and digital interfaces, while also supporting mechanics development, testing, and the capture of player decisions and telemetry across both tabletop and digital play.

Key Responsibilities

Design and produce high-quality physical player aids and reference guides, leading their evolution into interactive digital interfaces.
Develop, operate, maintain, and archive simulation databases using government-provided M&S tools to improve tabletop and digital exercises before and during wargame execution.
Build interfaces to modeling and simulation tools for game play, and operate complex digital tooling during execution while translating technical outputs into real-time “so-what” narratives for senior decision makers.
Bridge analog and digital environments by evangelizing new tool capabilities and usage methods to help the customer increase digital maturity.
Support analysts by developing tools that capture player decisions and telemetry in both formats, enabling robust post-game reconstruction.
Partner with designers and developers to refine mechanics that reflect Marine Corps capabilities while staying intuitive and playable for senior stakeholders, and lead testing and evaluation of a game design prior to gameplay.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of experience in wargaming, military modeling and simulation, or military operations. A minimum of 10 years of related experience can be substituted for the degree.
Proficiency with graphic design and layout software (for example, Adobe Creative Cloud, PowerPoint) to produce professional-grade player aids and products.
Ability to quickly learn, master, and operate new software-based modeling and simulation tools.
Experience developing player-facing products, reference guides, or game mechanics manuals.
Ability to provide examples of product development work (such as reference guides or branded materials).

Technology Stack

Adobe Creative Cloud
PowerPoint
AFSIM
Command PE