Aerospace Modeling Engineer – 6-DOF Missile Systems

Astrion; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SEG is seeking an Aerospace Engineer at midlevel to join the threat missile modeling and simulation team at Dahlgren, VA. The role focuses on developing trajectory models and representations of adversary missile systems.

The ideal candidate has a BS in aerospace engineering, 5+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency in MATLAB or Python; DoD Secret clearance is required or achievable. This position offers stability in a defense-focused environment with opportunities for technical

Qualifications

• US citizen eligible for DoD Secret clearance.
• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience.
• Experience in ballistic, cruise, or hypersonic system modeling.
• Proficient with MATLAB and/or Python.
• Strong written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical models and tools for threat missile performance.
• Create aerodynamics, propulsion, guidance and control inputs.
• Characterize missile performance variation and uncertainty.
• Model threat missile excursions and perform design trades.
• Generate and present 6-DOF trajectory data.
• Support high-fidelity digital flight simulation development.

Skills

US Citizenship

5+ Years Exp

Aerospace Eng Degree

Ballistic/Flight Modeling

MATLAB

Python

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C++

Job description

SEG is seeking an Aerospace Engineer at midlevel to join the threat missile modeling and simulation team at Dahlgren, VA. The role focuses on developing trajectory models and representations of adversary missile systems.

The ideal candidate has a BS in aerospace engineering, 5+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency in MATLAB or Python; DoD Secret clearance is required or achievable. This position offers stability in a defense-focused environment with opportunities for technical