We are seeking candidates with a strong foundation in either aerospace control theory/GNC or propulsion system analysis. Because this is a specialized application area, the selected candidate will receive domain-specific training and will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of propulsion, avionics, software, and test engineers.
You will work on a highly specialized and technically challenging class of aerospace control problems involving controllable solid propulsion systems. This role offers the opportunity to apply core controls and GNC skills in a unique, high-impact area while partnering with a collaborative team across propulsion, avionics, software, and systems engineering.
Essential Functions
Perform control algorithm design, analysis, and evaluation for solid rocket motor throttling and related actuation systems.
Support modeling and analysis of propulsion system dynamics, including steady-state and transient performance.
Develop and apply dynamic models and simulations for aerospace control systems and controllable propulsion systems.
Develop and use engineering tools in MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++ for simulation, analysis, and control development.
Support development of system, subsystem, and component-level requirements.
Collaborate with avionics, software, systems, propulsion, and test engineering teams to support integrated system development.
Support ground test and system test activities.
Prepare and present technical work products for internal reviews, customer briefings, and program milestones.
Support multiple ongoing and future development efforts in a cutting-edge engineering environment.
Travel: 10% Offsite testing as required.
Ability to obtain a US secret security clearance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior technical experience in controls, GNC, propulsion analysis, simulation, or related aerospace systems work experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior technical experience in controls, GNC, propulsion analysis, simulation, or related aerospace systems work experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of prior technical experience in controls, GNC, propulsion analysis, simulation, or related aerospace systems work experience.
Preferred Additional Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems Engineering or related technical discipline is preferred.
Active US Secret security clearance is preferred.
Experience in one or more of the following areas
control systems analysis or control theory
guidance, navigation, and control (GNC)
dynamic system modeling and simulation
actuator/system response modeling
vehicle dynamics, flight dynamics, or propulsion system analysis
Experience working in a classified environment.
Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and at least one programming language such as C, C++, or Python.
Experience with aerospace controls, GN&C, missile/munition control systems, flight simulation, or vehicle performance analysis.
Experience with propulsion systems, especially propulsion controls, throttling systems, integrated propulsion/vehicle modeling, or propulsion test support.
Experience with high-fidelity simulation, time-domain analysis, and control system performance assessment.
Familiarity with 6-DoF or reduced-order dynamic simulations, actuator models, or hardware/software integration.
Experience supporting test planning, test execution, hardware-in-the-loop/software-in-the-loop activities, or post-test data analysis.
Experience developing or evaluating embedded or real-time control-related software.
Test and evaluation of dynamic aerospace systems
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