Aerospace Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

Leidos is looking for a motivated Aerospace Modeling and Simulation Engineer in Dayton, OH. You will be an integral part of developing models for aerospace systems including missiles and avionics. Responsibilities include creating, integrating, and testing models based on research and engineering principles.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with at least 4 years of experience. Compensation ranges from $87,100 to $157,450, ensuring competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in aerospace systems modeling and simulation.
• Experience with 3DOF/6DOF flight models.
• U.S. citizenship and Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and test models of aerospace systems.
• Document model performance against requirements.
• Collaborate with an engineering team.

Skills

Aerospace engineering principles

Modeling and simulation

MATLAB/Simulink

Communication skills

C++ or Python

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Aerospace Modeling and Simulation Engineer - Dayton, OH

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, including air‑launched weapons; ballistic missile systems; avionics; hypersonic vehicles; and guidance, navigation, and control 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 members.
• Interact with external stakeholders to define requirements and perform model demonstrations.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET‑accredited university.
• At least 4 years of experience.
• Experience with 3DOF/6DOF flight models.
• Experience in MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience with system-level requirements.
• Detailed understanding of the systems engineering process.
• Solid understanding and intuition of the functionality and interdependency of aerospace systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Organizational skills to document work and interface with team members for information flow.
• U.S. citizenship and Secret clearance; eligible to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
• 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.

Pay Range

$87,100.00 - $157,450.00.

Benefits

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement plans. Additional benefits details are available at the Leidos careers website.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.