Missile Modeling Kinematics Engineer

Qualis Corp; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualis Corp is seeking a Missile Modeling Kinematics Engineer in Colorado Springs. This role involves developing ballistic and hypersonic models and requires a relevant STEM degree with 2-5 years of experience. Candidates must possess an active DoD Secret clearance and be proficient in programming languages like MATLAB and Python.

The position demands strong knowledge of the flight characteristics of ballistic missiles and the ability to work as part of a dynamic team. Responsibilities include verifying missile trajectories and authoring technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Strong knowledge of flight characteristics of ballistic missiles.
• Self-motivated and dynamic team player.

Responsibilities

• Develop ballistic and hypersonic kinematic threat models.
• Apply engineering algorithms for missile behavioral characteristics.
• Research and verify parameters for missile trajectories.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

LaTex

Modeling and Simulation

Ballistic Missiles Knowledge

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Verification and Validation (V&V)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline

Master’s degree in a STEM discipline

PhD in a STEM discipline

Job description

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Qualis LLC is seeking a Missile Modeling Kinematics Engineer in Colorado Springs. This position requires a detail-oriented engineer responsible for understanding Aerodynamic forces; Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) systems; M&S of systems’ kinematics characteristics within the TSE’s model generation framework; and providing documentation required for running threat data in Ground Test architectures. The selected individual must be able to work with little or no direct supervision, work as an integral member of a product delivery team, and meet time-critical delivery schedules. This position will be located on-site at Schriever Space Force Base, in Colorado Springs, CO.

This role requires candidates to be on-site daily with no option for remote/hybrid work.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for developing ballistic and advanced/hypersonic kinematic threat models for use in a variety of modeling and simulation tools/frameworks/media
• Will apply standard engineering and mathematical algorithms to ensure the accurate portrayal of expected missile or space launch vehicle behavioral characteristics during all phases of powered and un-powered flight
• Will have a good understanding of modeling and simulation methods and processes
• Will research, interpret, and verify parameters required to build, replicate, and propagate missile or space launch vehicle trajectories including, but not limited to, staging debris, countermeasures, and payload traits
• Will author highly technical Verification and Validation (V&V) documents
• Will work with little to no direct supervision, work as an integral member of a product delivery team, and meet time-critical delivery schedules

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.

This requisition may be filled as either Systems Engineer 1 or Systems Engineer 2.

Basic Requirements

• Level 2:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related experience, or a PhD and 0 year of experience.
• Level 1:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of experience.

Basic Requirements across levels

• Must already possess an active DoD Secret clearance
• Programming background, to include languages such as MATLAB, Python, and LaTex
• Strong knowledge of the flight characteristics, motion, and performance of ballistic missiles
• Must be self-motivated and able to work in a dynamic team environment
• Ability to collaborate with systems engineers, software engineers, users, and MDA ground test stakeholders to ensure product requirements are met
• Familiar with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools and models
• Experience with V&V of vehicle kinematics simulation results

Preferred Requirements

• Strong math, physics, or engineering background
• Modeling, Simulation, and automation experience
• Previous experience with modeling flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and missile performance parameters of ballistic missiles
• Strong background in missile system engineering performance is highly desirable
• Mastery of engineering modeling principles behind body motion, trajectory generation, counter measures, and debris is a plus
• Possess an active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret Clearance

Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled and a Participant in E-Verify