Chief Simulation Architect | The Helmsman

Job: Chief Simulation Architect | The Helmsman

Location: Dayton, OH

Who You Are:

Like the helmsmen of old you have a vision, know the course, and expertly guide your crew to the destination. You run a tight ship and steer a tight line. You know the dangers to the left and right, and how to avoid them. You know that there may be some rough water, but that doesn’t scare you. You have been there before, and now are the calming influence that guides the ship safely through. You have a lot of hardcore programming chops combined with a deep understanding of simulation framework development and integration. You have experience leading teams and designing and developing complex solutions. You have a passion for developing technologies that enable DoW missions. You keep up with the cutting edge of technology and know how to apply the latest tech to deliver the future.

Who We Are:

Infinity Labs is an innovation-focused company with expertise in modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A), research and development (R&D), cyber operational technology, and training. Our project portfolio is exceptionally broad and encompasses a wide spectrum of physical scale and applications (e.g., materials, components, subsystems, platforms, and system of systems). We integrate science and systems as part of our overall solutioning approach, and we investigate advanced concepts and technologies with disruptive application potential. The sophistication of our work directly reflects the ingenuity and proficiency of our team. Our workforce shapes the future, and our employees are our greatest asset.

What You'll Do:

You will lead the design, requirements, development, integration and testing of a MS&A solution. As the Chief Architect you will provide the vision for the team – providing direction, expert technical guidance, troubleshooting, code reviews, and even some hands-on coding. You are a high performer who works well in a team setting. Your work may include:

• Leading a highly technical, fast-paced team developing MS&A frameworks and digital engineering environments for the DoW
• Define and implement scalable, modular, and interoperable simulation architectures supporting MS&A, testing, and training
• Establish technical standards, interface requirements, and provide architectural governance
• Operate in an agile development environment, closely coordinating solutions with other performing teams
• Make architectural and design decisions, and direct team execution
• Hold regular interactions with stakeholders, translating customer needs into system requirements
• Focus on delivery of highly performant modern MS&A framework solutions
  
  
  

Qualifications/What You’ll Bring:

• 15 years of experience with software development
• 10 years of experience with DoW simulation frameworks, including AFSIM
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing software architectures
• Expert with multiple programming languages, including: Python and C
• Experienced with cloud-native, distributed, and service-oriented architectures
• Deep understanding of DoW simulation environments
• Agile and CI/CD experience
• Experience with standards like HLA, DIS, and other simulation interoperability protocols
  
  
  

Nice to Haves:

• Familiarity with AI/ML integration in simulation frameworks
• Knowledge of containerization, orchestration platforms, and high-performance computing environments
• Full-Stack development experience, including the integration of databases and software applications
  
  
  

Education/Credentials:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related STEM discipline.
• Nice to have – Master’s or PhD in same fields
• US Citizenship is required for consideration, as this job requires a US government security clearance.
• Nice to have – Secret security clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret with current SCI access
• Acceptable – Ability to obtain a US government security clearance
  

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position and work on a computer for prolonged periods.
  
  
  

This job description provides a high-level review of the responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills that may be required for the job. The job description is subject to review and change at any time and other job-related duties or requirements may be assigned as necessary.

What We offer:

As a nationally recognized Great Place to Work® and Military Times® Best for Vets: 2025 Employer, we prioritize employee well-being and experience, fostering a culture that values dedicated teams and committed individuals. Our premier total compensation package for eligible employees includes:

• Comprehensive health benefits encompassing medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous 401(k) plan with guaranteed company contribution
• Paid time-off options including floating holidays, personal time, parental leave, and community service opportunities.
• Investment in employee growth and development through tuition reimbursement and discounted tuition programs with select colleges.
• In-office perks including free parking, complimentary snacks and beverages, and a newly renovated central office location in Downtown Dayton
  
  
  

Infinity Labs is an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.