Aerospace Simulation & GNC Engineer III - Secret Clearance

Cummings Aerospace, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummings Aerospace, Inc. in Arlington, VA, is seeking a capable Aerospace Engineer III to support physics-based modeling and simulation tools for aerospace system design and analysis.

This full-time role reports to the Program Manager and involves developing simulation models for missiles and aerospace systems. The candidate will perform GNC/trajectory analyses, conduct trade studies, and present results to technical leads and customers.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering is required.
• 5+ years of modeling and simulation experience with complex aerospace systems required.
• 6-DOF simulation and GNC experience is highly desired.
• Programming experience in Matlab, C++, and FORTRAN required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to complete assignments with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop simulation models and software for aerospace or weapon system applications.
• Perform GNC analysis, trajectory analysis, and/ or performance analysis of aerospace or weapon system applications.
• Develop advanced technology concepts for missile and aerospace system applications.
• Document and present results to technical leads, management and/or customers.
• Responsible for executing technical assignments with minimal supervision.
• Support the development and on-time delivery of technical products to our customers.
• Assist with program management with defining work products and delivery schedules.
• Ensure corporate policies and procedures are adhered to in the performance of duties.
• Support other duties as assigned.

Skills

Modeling & simulation

GNC analysis

Trajectory analysis

Matlab

C++

FORTRAN

Clear communication

Self-starter

Education

BS degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

C++

FORTRAN

Job description

Cummings Aerospace, Inc. in Arlington, VA, is seeking a capable Aerospace Engineer III to support physics-based modeling and simulation tools for aerospace system design and analysis.

This full-time role reports to the Program Manager and involves developing simulation models for missiles and aerospace systems. The candidate will perform GNC/trajectory analyses, conduct trade studies, and present results to technical leads and customers.