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Senior Simulation Engineer roles sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation requirements, demanding a bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical, aerospace, or electrical engineering. Employers in defense, automotive, and aerospace regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this role, filing Labor Condition Applications under SOC codes tied to simulation and modeling work.
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Join our Simulation Center team at the University of Maryland Medical System and help support innovative, hands-on healthcare training experiences. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys technology, organization, problem-solving, and working in a collaborative healthcare education environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, setup, and support of simulation equipment and training environments within the Simulation Center. This position works closely with educators, physicians, and the Training & Simulation Manager to support high-quality medical simulation training programs.
Responsibilities and Tasks
- Organize and maintain equipment and supply storage areas, including inventory tracking and sign-out systems
- Perform preventive maintenance and coordinate repairs to ensure equipment remains operational
- Manage inventory levels and maintain accurate inventory records
- Maintain records of courses and equipment/supply needs
- Support curriculum development alongside Nurse Educators and Physicians using best educational practices and established protocols
- Develop proficiency in simulator operations, software systems, lab setup, moulage, cadaver labs, and medical equipment preparation
- Serve as a point of contact with equipment vendors and manufacturers for troubleshooting and support
- Complete hardware and software updates for simulation equipment and systems
- Assist with simulator operation during training sessions as needed
- Demonstrate and teach simulator operations to instructors and facilitators
- Support the goals and mission of the Simulation Center
- Prepare summaries and records for monthly and annual operational reports
- Provide feedback regarding facilities, equipment, and course operations
- Move equipment and supplies between simulation spaces as needed
- Research vendors, compare products, and obtain quotes for supplies and equipment
- Maintain and operate audiovisual equipment for courses and training sessions
- Facilitate, brief, debrief, instruct, and participate in courses as requested
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Two (2) years of medical simulation experience or an equivalent combination of education and alternate experience is required (Simulation experience can be substituted for Clinical Educator Experience).
- One (1) year of experience as a medical provider/clinician/technician or an additional two (2) years of medical simulation experience and or its equivalent is required.
- BLS or CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification is required or must obtain within One (1) year of employment.
- Prior completion of ACLS, PALS, and a Trauma Life Support certification course is required or completion of these courses must be obtained within One (1) year of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- A/V Systems using computer and web cams to view and record a lab.
- High Fidelity Simulators.
- General Medical Equipment used in a hospital and prehospital setting such as: Beds, Stretchers, LUCAS Devices, Patient Monitors and Defibrillators, Ventilators, Suction, IV Pumps, and more.
- General Clinical Skills such as: Bag Valve Mask Ventilation, CPR, Defibrillation, Synchronized Cardioversion, Transcutaneous Pacing, BLS Airway Placement, Intubation, IV Insertion, Medication Administration, and more.
- Windows and Apple OS for iPads.
- Power Point, Excel, Word, Google Docs/Sheets/Presentation, Smart sheets.
- Moulage.
INTRODUCTION
Join our Simulation Center team at the University of Maryland Medical System and help support innovative, hands-on healthcare training experiences. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys technology, organization, problem-solving, and working in a collaborative healthcare education environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, setup, and support of simulation equipment and training environments within the Simulation Center. This position works closely with educators, physicians, and the Training & Simulation Manager to support high-quality medical simulation training programs.
Responsibilities and Tasks
- Organize and maintain equipment and supply storage areas, including inventory tracking and sign-out systems
- Perform preventive maintenance and coordinate repairs to ensure equipment remains operational
- Manage inventory levels and maintain accurate inventory records
- Maintain records of courses and equipment/supply needs
- Support curriculum development alongside Nurse Educators and Physicians using best educational practices and established protocols
- Develop proficiency in simulator operations, software systems, lab setup, moulage, cadaver labs, and medical equipment preparation
- Serve as a point of contact with equipment vendors and manufacturers for troubleshooting and support
- Complete hardware and software updates for simulation equipment and systems
- Assist with simulator operation during training sessions as needed
- Demonstrate and teach simulator operations to instructors and facilitators
- Support the goals and mission of the Simulation Center
- Prepare summaries and records for monthly and annual operational reports
- Provide feedback regarding facilities, equipment, and course operations
- Move equipment and supplies between simulation spaces as needed
- Research vendors, compare products, and obtain quotes for supplies and equipment
- Maintain and operate audiovisual equipment for courses and training sessions
- Facilitate, brief, debrief, instruct, and participate in courses as requested
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Two (2) years of medical simulation experience or an equivalent combination of education and alternate experience is required (Simulation experience can be substituted for Clinical Educator Experience).
- One (1) year of experience as a medical provider/clinician/technician or an additional two (2) years of medical simulation experience and or its equivalent is required.
- BLS or CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification is required or must obtain within One (1) year of employment.
- Prior completion of ACLS, PALS, and a Trauma Life Support certification course is required or completion of these courses must be obtained within One (1) year of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- A/V Systems using computer and web cams to view and record a lab.
- High Fidelity Simulators.
- General Medical Equipment used in a hospital and prehospital setting such as: Beds, Stretchers, LUCAS Devices, Patient Monitors and Defibrillators, Ventilators, Suction, IV Pumps, and more.
- General Clinical Skills such as: Bag Valve Mask Ventilation, CPR, Defibrillation, Synchronized Cardioversion, Transcutaneous Pacing, BLS Airway Placement, Intubation, IV Insertion, Medication Administration, and more.
- Windows and Apple OS for iPads.
- Power Point, Excel, Word, Google Docs/Sheets/Presentation, Smart sheets.
- Moulage.
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Map your degree to simulation SOC codes
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation by matching your degree field to the role's SOC code. Pull the O*NET profile for your target job title to confirm the listed education requirements before applying, so your credentials align precisely with what adjudicators expect.
Target defense and aerospace primes first
Companies holding large government contracts in aerospace, defense, and automotive simulation file LCAs consistently to meet project staffing demands. Filtering by industry sector narrows your search to employers with active, recurring H-1B filing histories rather than one-off sponsorships.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Senior Simulation Engineer openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. This removes roles at companies that advertise sponsorship but lack a documented DOL filing record for simulation or engineering positions.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your offer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your level, and knowing the wage tier in advance prevents you from accepting a number that fails the LCA certification threshold.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before your start date
If your H-1B transfers from OPT or a prior employer, your new employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to complete I-9 verification. Confirm enrollment during the offer stage, not after you've given notice, to avoid a gap that delays your authorized start date.
Request premium processing when timelines are tight
USCIS offers premium processing for H-1B petitions, guaranteeing an action within 15 business days. If your project start date or OPT expiration leaves little buffer, ask your employer to elect premium processing at filing to avoid a status gap.
H-1B Visa Senior Simulation Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Senior Simulation Engineer roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes. USCIS consistently classifies simulation engineering as a specialty occupation because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as mechanical, aerospace, electrical, or systems engineering. The O*NET profile for simulation and modeling engineers supports this classification, and most petitions in this field clear the specialty occupation threshold without an RFE when the degree field closely matches the job duties.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most frequently for simulation engineers?
Defense contractors, automotive OEMs, aerospace manufacturers, and semiconductor companies file the highest volume of LCAs for simulation engineering roles. These industries run large-scale modeling and simulation programs that require sustained staffing, making them more likely to maintain active H-1B sponsorship pipelines. Use Migrate Mate to browse Senior Simulation Engineer openings filtered by employers with verified LCA filing history in these sectors.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect hiring timelines for simulation engineers?
Most simulation engineers targeting private-sector employers are subject to the standard H-1B cap of 65,000 regular slots plus 20,000 for U.S. master's degree holders. USCIS opens registration in March each year, with a lottery if registrations exceed the cap. If you're selected, employment can't begin before October 1. Some simulation roles at universities or non-profit research labs are cap-exempt, allowing year-round filing with no lottery.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new simulation engineering employer mid-project?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, provided your original petition was approved and you've maintained valid status. Your new employer must file a new I-129 and LCA before your first day. Confirm the new employer's E-Verify enrollment and ensure the new role still qualifies as a specialty occupation under your degree field.
What happens to my H-1B status if my simulation project ends and I'm between contracts?
H-1B status is employer-specific, so losing the role tied to your petition puts you in a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or depart the U.S. Your employer must file an I-129 transfer petition before the grace period expires to maintain your authorization. Defense and aerospace simulation roles can have contract-driven gaps, so lining up your next opportunity before project close reduces the risk of a status lapse.