Aerospace Engineer

Technology Service Corporation Defense Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 118,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401k Plan

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Reimbursement

Co-Sponsored Health Plan

Paid Leave

Job summary

A specialized defense contractor is seeking an Aerospace Engineer in Washington, D.C., to support pivotal Navy initiatives at the Naval Research Laboratory. The role involves leading design and integration of hypersonic systems, providing technical guidance, and mentoring junior engineers. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and U.S. citizenship with active Secret clearance. The expected salary ranges from $118,000 to $210,000 per year, with additional performance bonuses and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and active Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred).
• 3+ years of relevant engineering experience in hypersonics or missile systems.
• Strong understanding of thermal management.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in hypersonic systems.
• Support systems engineering activities.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.

Skills

High-speed aerodynamics

Materials engineering for extreme environments

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering

Master's or Ph.D.

Tools

ANSYS

MATLAB

Model-Based Systems Engineering tools

CFD tools

Job description

Overview

Technology Service Corporation (TSC) is seeking an Aerospace Engineer to support work at the Naval Research Laboratory. This position offers the opportunity to directly impact high-priority Navy missions.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in the design, analysis, testing, and integration of hypersonic systems, including glide vehicles, boosters, guidance/navigation, and thermal protection systems.
• Support systems engineering activities such as requirements definition, risk management, interface control, and verification/validation (V&V).
• Review and evaluate contractor technical proposals, system designs, and test plans for compliance with performance, safety, and reliability standards.
• Lead or support flight test planning, execution, and data analysis.
• Contribute to technology maturation plans, modeling and simulation activities, and digital engineering initiatives.
• Prepare technical reports, briefings, and documentation for senior stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide SME input across multidisciplinary domains.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and active Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field; Master's or Ph.D. preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant engineering experience, including experience in hypersonics, missile systems, or advanced weapon development preferred.
• Strong understanding of high-speed aerodynamics, thermal management, and materials engineering for extreme environments.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes, test and evaluation protocols, and system development lifecycles.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting Navy, DARPA, or OSD-led hypersonic initiatives.
• Experience with digital engineering tools such as Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), ANSYS, MATLAB, or CFD tools.
• Knowledge of Navy-specific mission requirements and platforms.

Salary and Benefits

In compliance with applicable pay transparency laws, the expected salary range for this position is $118,000 - $210,000 per year, depending on experience and location. This role is also eligible for an annual performance bonus and may include equity or incentive compensation as part of the total rewards package.

TSC Benefits

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more.

Applying to TSC

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.

EEO and Compliance

In compliance with applicable pay transparency laws, the contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.