Aerospace Engineer - Mid-Level

Aviation & Missile Solutions; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviation & Missile Solutions, LLC. (AMS) in Huntsville, AL, seeks an Aerospace Engineer to lead missile system modeling and analysis on diverse, cutting-edge programs.

The role emphasizes engaging with a highly technical team to develop simulations, evaluate components, and support test and prototyping efforts. The candidate should have ABET-accredited engineering credentials, 5+ years of related experience, and strong skills in MATLAB/Simulink, modeling, and Python.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or greater in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related science from ABET-accredited university.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Equivalent experience in modeling flight systems and a minimum of 5 years of applicable experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead missile system modeling and analysis projects.
• Evaluate and analyze missile system components including aerodynamics, propulsion, guidance, navigation and control, engagement planning, and airframe configuration design.
• Interact with customers and management to present findings and progress.

Skills

Missile flight dynamics

System modeling

Engagement/mission simulations

HWIL support

Flight test data analysis

3-DOF / 6-DOF modeling

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

Customer interaction

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

Job description

Aviation & Missile Solutions, LLC. (AMS) is seeking a talented Aerospace Engineer to join our diverse team, in Huntsville, AL., to create unique solutions for complex problems. AMS provides responsive, cost-effective engineering and scientific solutions ranging from air and missile defense technologies, command and control, radar systems, seekers, modeling & simulation, and prototype hardware development and testing.

Job Description

Aviation & Missile Solutions, LLC. (AMS) is seeking a talented Aerospace Engineer to join our diverse team, in Huntsville, AL., to create unique solutions for complex problems. AMS provides responsive, cost-effective engineering and scientific solutions ranging from air and missile defense technologies, command and control, radar systems, seekers, modeling & simulation, and prototype hardware development and testing.

Position Description

The Engineer in this role will support and lead team-oriented projects involving missile system modeling and analysis. The position will include the evaluation and analysis of all missile system components including aerodynamics, propulsion, guidance, navigation and control, engagement planning, and airframe configuration design.

Required Experience

Basic Qualifications (required):

• Candidate must have demonstrated relevant experience and skill in missile system flight dynamics modeling that includes the development and usage of engagement- and mission-level weapon system simulations.
• Candidate must have demonstrated these skills in the following areas: modeling, weapon systems analysis, algorithm development, operations analysis, HWIL support, flight test data analysis, and/or field-testing support.
• Applicable areas of modeling experience include three- and six-degree-of-freedom motion, liquid and solid propellant motors, aerodynamics, and flight control systems.
• Candidate must have good people skills and the desire to work with a highly technical team of engineers and scientists.
• Candidate must be able to comfortably interact with and present to customers, coworkers and management on a regular basis.

Preferred Skills/Abilities

• Resident of the Huntsville, AL area or be willing to relocate.
• Software development skills in object-oriented programming principles preferred but not required.
• Experience supporting the U.S. Intelligence Community in missile system characterization preferred but not required.
• Experience in MATLAB/Simulink and/or Python is a plus.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree or greater in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and/or related science degree from an ABET-accredited university.
• A Master's degree is preferred but not required.
• Equivalent experience in modeling flight systems and a minimum of 5 years of applicable experience.

Travel Requirements

• Must be able to travel up to 10% of the year.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 30-40 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.

Security Requirements

• Citizenship: Candidate must a US only citizen.
• Clearance level: possess (and be able to maintain) a Final SECRET/SSBI Clearance or meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Final SECRET Clearance.
• Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI-accesses strongly preferred.

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

Keyword: Aerospace Engineer - Mid-Level