Principal Aerospace Engineer

KBR; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal Aerospace Engineer to conduct research and develop simulations for air and missile systems in Huntsville. The role involves teamwork with engineers and developers, requiring significant experience and expertise in programming and missile technologies.

Qualifications

• 10-20 years of experience required.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a DoD secret clearance.
• Strong social skills and ability to build consensus.

Responsibilities

• Develop air and missile system dynamics, controls, guidance, and navigation models.
• Analyze real world data and compare against simulated data for model verification.
• Lead analysis studies using developed models and simulations.

Skills

Programming experience in Python

Programming experience in C/C++

Programming experience in Matlab

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience with missile defense systems

Experience in physics-based models and simulations

Education

Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Math or equivalent degree

Tools

GIT

Gitlab

DevOps

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

Principal Aerospace Engineer

Title:

Principal Aerospace Engineer

As an Aerospace Engineer, you will play a critical role performing research, developing models and simulations, analyzing results, for air and missile systems. You will work as part of a collaborative team of engineers and software developers to develop models and simulations of defense systems. This will include 6DOF and 3DOF dynamics, guidance, navigation, and controls applications. Applicants will also be tasked with reverse engineering of existing systems. Experience with interceptor seeker technologies is also required for this position. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and enjoys researching and developing new skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop air and missile system dynamics, controls, guidance, and navigation models.
• Reverse engineer flight parameters for existing systems.
• Analyze real world data and compare against simulated data for model verification.
• Research new algorithms for air and missile systems.
• Develop code for models and simulations.
• Analyze model performance and perform verification, validation, and accreditation.
• Lead analysis studies using developed models and simulations.
• Make presentations and assessments summarized for customers.
• Lead other engineers in development of models and simulations.

Qualifications and Skills Requirements:

• Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Math or equivalent degree from accredited university.
• 10-20 years of experience.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a DoD secret clearance.
• Programming experience in Python, C/C++, or Matlab required.
• Experience with GIT, Gitlab, or DevOps (or similar) .
• Experience with missile defense systems.
• Experience with interceptor missile technologies.
• Experience in physics-based models and simulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members, leadership, and customers.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , sex, , or expression, , , veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.