Model Simulation Developer

About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine's Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. Learn more at www.cfd-research.com

Job Description: CFD Research is looking for a motivated individual to support the development of physics-based simulation software in support of the Mars Campaign office Earth Independent Operation's Mission Management portfolio at Marshall Space Flight Center. The ideal candidate will have a background in simulation development and be proficient in programming, specifically in C/C++.

The selected applicant will work on an integrated customer/contractor team doing the following tasks:

• Design, development, and test of software models and simulations for an Environmental Control and Life Support System (ECLSS).
• Participate in a software development environment.
• Create and present detailed software designs.
• Conduct and participate in design and code reviews.
• Produce weekly and monthly status reports of progress in assigned areas.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.

• Minimum ten (10) years of experience and expertise in developing variable-mass, physics-based models, and simulations.
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in developing fluid dynamics simulations.
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in architecting distributed simulations.
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in developing distributed models and simulations.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience with the NASA Trick Simulation Environment.

• Experience developing HLA interfaces and interfacing with HLA Run-time Infrastructure (RTIs).
• Proficiency with C/C++ in compliance with organizational/project coding standards.
• Proficiency with Python in compliance with organizational/project coding standards.
• Proficiency with Ethernet-based communications protocols (TCP, UDP).
• Proficiency with Software development targeted for Linux distributions.
• Proficiency with Version control systems such as Git
• Experience with software engineering/analysis, software architecture, design, development, testing (unit and integration), documentation, and product delivery activities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers, stakeholders, and cross-organizational team members.
• Experience working on a software development team in an Agile Development Environment
• Ability to work independently and within a diverse team
• Understanding of DevOps tools such as GitHub.

Benefits: CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.

CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories