Simulations Maritime Engineer

Experience: 10 years of relevant simulations engineering experience

Work Schedule: Full-Time; in office location, onsite; 5 days per week; Occasional telework may be authorized.

Location: Orlando, FL

Security Clearance: Secret

Travel Required: up to 25% (local, CONUS, OCONUS)

Job Description: Thompson Gray is seeking a highly skilled Simulations Maritime Engineer to support its efforts in coordinating, overseeing and delivering advanced simulation, testing, and training solutions for military operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in supporting efforts involving Army simulations programs, along with test and evaluation experience in environments working with ATEC (Army Test and Evaluation Command) and other Army stakeholders. An Agile certification is also highly desirable for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a Simulations Maritime Engineer and advise on technical oversight of assigned programs.
• Coordinate with various key stakeholders to assist with administering testing procedures and writing detailed technical reports.
• Participate in engineering working groups and other IPTs in order to coordinate with stakeholders and developer efforts to effectively ensure a thorough and complete T&E process.
• Assist with test and evaluation efforts across mission-critical systems, ensuring systems meet required performance standards.
• Implement and manage testing protocols focused on redundancy, scalability, and performance optimization.
• Develop detailed reports and recommendations based for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with DoD security protocols and testing standards.
• Travel will be required to support developmental testing and training events.
• Occasional telework may be authorized IAW customer's requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: 10 years of relevant test and evaluation experience, or 5 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Working understanding of hardware and software development, integration, test, and assessment life cycles.
• Security Clearance: Active SECRET clearance (mandatory).
• Problem-Solving Skills: Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities, particularly in high-stakes, mission-critical systems.
• Ability to work in a classified environment.
• Strong analytical and technical writing skills for producing evaluation reports.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team, including with military personnel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• DAWIA Level 3 - Test & Evaluation
• Experience in both classified and unclassified network testing environments.
• Experience with defense-related Test & Evaluation policies and standards.
• Knowledge of automated testing tools and methods for network systems.
• Experience with the development of comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test reports.
• Agile Certification (Scrum Master, Agile Practitioner, etc.).
• Technical Skills: Proven expertise in network monitoring, performance optimization, network protocols, IP addressing, subnetting, and network security.
• ATEC Expertise: Demonstrated experience in ATEC environments, with knowledge extending beyond ATEC to broader testing methodologies.

Why Join Thompson Gray?

Thompson Gray is a 100% employee owned company and a multi-year winner of the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber Best Places to Work, recognized for our exceptional company culture that values employees and customers alike.

Here's what makes Thompson Gray special:

• Competitive pay based on your qualifications

• Excellent benefits, including:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance 401(k) plan with employer match

• Additional perks:

• TG Swag – receive company-branded items during onboarding and seasonal shipments to your home

• Dependent Scholarship Program – supporting the education of employees' children

• Tuition Assistance for furthering your own education Professional Development opportunities

• Generous time-off policies, including 18 days of paid time off, 11 Federal Holidays, and flexible scheduling

• Annual donation to the charity of your choice

• Regular team-building events, such as lunches, after-hours gatherings, seasonal family-friendly events, and our memorable annual holiday party

Join Thompson Gray and become part of a dynamic team committed to excellence, innovation, and community.

Thompson Gray is an Equal Opportunity Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Thompson Gray, Inc. welcomes minority and veteran applicants.