Aerospace Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Leidos; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos seeks an Aerospace Modeling and Simulation Engineer in Dayton, OH to develop and test models of aerospace systems including air-launched weapons, ballistic missiles, avionics, hypersonic vehicles, and guidance, navigation, and controls.

You will document model performance, interface with internal and external teams, and demonstrate models to stakeholders while applying rigorous systems engineering processes and 2+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET-accredited university.
• 2+ years of experience in related field.
• Experience with 3DOF/6DOF flight models.
• Experience in MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience with system level requirements.
• Solid understanding of the systems engineering process.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and test models of aerospace systems.
• Document model performance against requirements.
• Document algorithm design.
• Collaborate with an engineering team.
• Interact with external stakeholders to define requirements and perform model demonstrations.

Skills

3DOF/6DOF flight models

MATLAB/Simulink

Systems engineering

Technical communication

US citizenship clearance

2+ years experience

Aeronautical knowledge

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

C++

Python

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking a motivated, detailed-oriented problem-solver to join our modeling and simulation team as an Aerospace Modeling and Simulation Engineer in Dayton, OH. You will play a valuable part in developing and testing models of aerospace systems, to include air-launched weapons; ballistic missile systems; avionics; hypersonic vehicles; and guidance, navigation, and controls across a wide range of projects and programs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and test models of aerospace systems based on provided information, research, and engineering principles.

• Document model performance against requirements.

• Document algorithm design.

• Work collaboratively with an engineering team comprised of internal and external team members.

• Interact with external stakeholders to define requirements and perform model demonstrations.

Basic Qualifications:

• Candidate must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university

• Candidate must have 2+ years’ experience

• Experience with 3DOF/6DOF flight models

• Experience in MATLAB/Simulink

• Experience with system level requirements

• Detailed understanding of the systems engineering process

• Demonstrates solid understanding and intuition of the functionality and interdependency of aerospace systems

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders

• Organizational skills to document work and interface with team members to ensure flow of information

• Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess a Secret Clearance and meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a TS/SCI Clearance.

• Candidate must be local to or willing to relocate to the Dayton, OH area.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in C++ or Python

• Experience integrating and testing GNC algorithms

• Experience with ballistic missiles, air-launched missiles, or hypersonic vehicles

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Original Posting:

October 5, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

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