**Check out this NEW Opportunity with Axient!** Axient's **Systems Engineering Group (SEG)** seeks a **Phenomenology Scientist** to research and **develop advanced models and simulations of physical phenomena** in support of the **Missile Defense Agency and US Navy** . The phenomena of interest include missile debris, missile plumes and reentry wakes, atmospheric propagation effects for RF and IR signals, and the effects on signal propagation of various types of clutter, including land and sea clutter. Position is located in **Columbia, MD** . **What you will do...** **Duties may include, but are not limited to:** + Research, design, and develop models and simulations of physical phenomena related to missile defense + Work with software developers and managers to transition algorithms and tools to formal C++ products + Work with SEG leadership and other subject matter experts to develop phenomenology-related project road maps + Write technical memos and white papers that summarize research, threat capabilities, or other areas of interest or concern + Present technical work and provide technical expertise at conferences and meetings with customers, collaborators, and competitors + Mentor and task junior staff **Skills you will need...** **Minimum Requirements** + Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain a security clearance. + Ph.D. (or Master’s degree and 2 years of industry or government experience) in physics, mathematics, or engineering + Strong analytical, logical, and problem-solving skills + Mathematical background in areas such as statistics, linear algebra, differential equations, and numerical methods + Strong computational skills (C/C++, Fortran, MATLAB, Python, or equivalent) + Experience working on complex technical projects + Good written and verbal communication skills + Highly motivated. Possesses the ability to learn rapidly and work independently or on a team + Radar, IR sensor, and missile defense experience preferred APPLY HERE (https://careers-axient.icims.com/jobs/5630/phenomenology-scientist/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-336025105) Applicants for positions which require a US government security clearance or access must meet eligibility requirements that most often include US citizenship. This company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or are a disabled veteran, and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application as a result of your disability, you have the right to receive assistance by calling us directly at 256-650-6263 orclick here (help@axientcorp.com?subject=Application%20Help) to reach us by email. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other federal, state, or locally protected class. Axient LLC is a federal government contractor and must adhere to applicable safety and legal requirements, protocols, and compliance regulations as required by federal laws and governing agencies. **Job ID** _2024-5630_ **Segment** _Axient DEFENSE_ **Category** _Engineering - General | All Other_ **\# of Openings** _1_ **Location : Location** _US-MD-Columbia_ **Type** _Regular, Full-Time_ **Minimum Education Requirement** _Master's_ **Minimum Experience Requirement, Years** _2+ years_ **Clearance Requirement** _Secret_