Mathematical Modeling and Simulation Analyst

Company: MANTECH

Role summary

Mathematical Modeling and Simulation Analyst is a full-time role at MANTECH in Arlington, Virginia, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-02. Salary: USD 104,200–172,900 per year. Experience level: 2-5.

Job title
Mathematical Modeling and Simulation Analyst
Company
MANTECH
Location
Arlington, Virginia, United States
Work arrangement
on-site
Employment type
full-time
Category
Data Science
Salary
USD 104,200–172,900 per year
Experience level
2-5
Date posted
2026-10-02

This is a fantastic opportunity at MANTECH to contribute to critical defense projects, focusing on mathematical modeling and simulation. With a generous salary range and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology, you'll be making a real impact while advancing your career in a stable and innovative environment.

Job description

Description & Requirements

Shape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we’ve been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now—protect and innovate with MANTECH!

MANTECH seeks a self-motivated, career and customer-oriented Mathematical Modeling and Simulation Analyst . This is an onsite position performing Modeling & Simulation (M&S) functions at Secretary of the Air Force, Studies and Analysis (SAF/SA) at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.

In this role, you will be part of a team responsible for the continued development, coding, management, and running of the Combat Forces Assessment Model ( CFAM ) while conducting campaign-level analysis. You will be a key player in M&S functions and operations through designing, developing and presenting results of various studies.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Conduct and participate in short notice as well as long-term analytical studies and assessments using a variety of tools and techniques to include qualitative, spreadsheet, and computer simulation-based analyses

Leading and assisting in the development of analysis plans for trade-off studies of Air Force combat aircraft and weapon requirements, modernization, and new acquisitions. Typical studies include weapon capability analyses, aircraft survivability analyses, current and future combat aircraft inventory requirement analyses, and weapon acquisition analyses

Using available data, subject matter expert knowledge, and best judgement, create and maintain input data for Combat Forces Assessment Model (CFAM) and work with other computer simulations

Run CFAM and analyze output data. Verify and validate the results

Present analysis of CFAM output to include insights, conclusions, and recommendations in written documents and verbal briefings for review by Air Force decision makers

Attend and participate in meetings both locally and at other locations as a subject matter expert on CFAM, air combat analysis, and SAF/SA analytic capability

Complete computer-based and in person training as required by the government and company policy

Travel up to 25% within the continental United States in support of customer needs

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Operations Research, or related engineering field and 1+ years of related educational or professional experience.

Educational or professional experience in Linear Programming

Educational or professional experience in data analysis, identifying trends in multi-variate data

Educational or professional experience using Microsoft Office products (ex. Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in software programming skills using General Algebraic Modeling Systems (GAMS)

5+ years of experience in the US Air Force or other military service

Masters in Operations Research/Mathematics/Linear and Nonlinear Optimization

Experience in modeling & simulation of modern combat aircraft, other airborne systems, and weapons employment at the campaign level

Experience developing study plans that include background, purpose of study, scope/limitations, critical assumptions and constraints, measures of effectiveness, study parameters and variables, methodology description, data requirements and schedule

Capable of managing a team of experienced full-stack software engineers who program the front and back ends of a complex software application

Clearance Requirements:

US Citizenship required and a current or active, Secret clearance, or ability to obtain and maintain an Interim secret clearance (candidate can start without Interim Clearance).

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret with SCI clearance in the future.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer

The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers

The projected compensation range for this position is $104,200.00-$172,900.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

General information

Requisition #

R70106

Locations

USA-VA-Arlington

Posting Date

08/20/2026

Security Clearance Required

None

Remote Type

Onsite

Time Type

Full time

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