Principal Aerospace Engineer – Autonomous System

SRC; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SRC, Inc. is seeking a Principal Aerospace Engineer with an autonomous systems background to lead unmanned aerial systems development in support of DoW programs.

The role emphasizes end-to-end integration, sensor fusion, and flight-vehicle platform optimization, with emphasis on TRL progression and fielding readiness. Ideal candidates hold a BS in Aerospace Engineering with 10+ years of development experience, plus TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of development experience in aerial autonomous systems.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance (or eligible).
• Proficiency in flight mechanics and autonomous sensors integration with MAT-LAB/STK.
• Experience supporting platform integration activities and system engineering functions.
• Strong written and verbal communication for technical deliverables to government stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Delivery systems development; weapon performance optimization; platform integration & trajectory analysis.
• Design, develop, and evaluate autonomous systems across sensor and communications systems and ground control stations.
• Assess aerial platform performance using modeling, simulation, and empirical data to improve range and reliability.
• Perform platform integration to ensure sensor/communication compatibility with host aircraft.
• Contribute to R&D and integration of new sensor technologies from concept to fielding.

Skills

Flight mechanics

Autonomous systems

System integration

Technical communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

STK

Job description

SRC, Inc. is currently seeking a Principal Aerospace Engineer (Autonomous Systems background). The selected candidate will fill upcoming position upon task being awarded. This opportunity supports the Department of War (DoW) in their efforts to identify and defeat hard deeply buried targets (HDBT). This position requires a strong technical foundation in unmanned aerial systems, position, navigation, timing & remote sensing; Telemetry/communications; remote/autonomous sensor development and deployment; autonomy for precision placement control networks, Integrate technology into end-to-end WMD/HDBT programs; transition strategies through Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs). Strong ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary government, military and contractor teams.

What You’ll Do

• Delivery systems development; weapon performance optimization; platform integration & trajectory analysis; penetrator design & materials
• Design, develop, and evaluate autonomous systems, including analysis of aerodynamic performance, operational environment, and system integration across multiple sensor and communications systems and ground control stations
• Assess aerial platform performance optimization studies, applying computational modeling, simulation tools, and empirical test data to improve range, accuracy, and reliability
• Perform platform integration to ensure compatibility between sensor, communications systems and host aircraft
• Contribute to the research, development, and integration of new sensor technologies, from concept development through prototype evaluation and fielding support

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related aerial autonomous systems background engineering field with 10 or more years of development experience
• An Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance (or be eligible at time of application)
• Proficiency in flight mechanics, integration of autonomous sensors including familiarity with industry-standard tools such as MATLAB, STK, or similar simulation environments
• Experience supporting platform integration activities, including aircraft-store compatibility, carriage and release analysis, or related systems engineering functions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce and present technical deliverables to government stakeholders

Ways to Stand Out

• Experience with current, preoperational and developmental unmanned aerial programs within DoW
• Familiarity with MIL-SPEC and STANAG standards applicable to aerial platforms, testing, and airworthiness certification
• Strong knowledge of electronic protect PNT capabilities and PNT protect tactics, techniques and procedures for aerial platform navigation and control
• Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering or a related field, or equivalent advanced technical training
• Experience working in an agile or IPT (Integrated Product Team) environment supporting rapid development and prototyping efforts and field testing

What Sets Us Apart?

SRC, Inc., a not‑for‑profit research and development company, combines information, science, technology and ingenuity to solve “impossible” problems in the areas of defense, environment and intelligence. Across our family of companies, we apply bright minds, fresh thinking and relentless determination to deliver innovative products and services that are redefining possible®. When you join our team, you’ll be a part of something truly meaningful — helping to keep America and its allies safe and strong. You’ll collaborate with more than 1,400 engineers, scientists and professionals — with 20 percent of those employees who have served in the military — in a highly innovative, inclusive and equitable work environment. You’ll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes four or more weeks of paid time off to start, 10 percent employer contribution toward retirement, and 100 percent tuition support.

Total compensation for this role is market competitive. The anticipated salary range for this position based out of Albuquerque NM is estimated at $115,000 to $160,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, and abilities, geographic location as well as other business and organizational needs. SRC offers competitive benefit options, for more details please visit our website.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or age, or status as a protected veteran or disability except as strictly required by applicable law. You are being given the opportunity to provide the following information in order to help us comply with federal and state record keeping, reporting, and other legal requirements, including requirements under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, 29 U.S.C. 793, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), 38 U.S.C. 4212.

• Location Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Employment Type Full-Time Salaried
• Experience Required 10+ Years
• Education Required Bachelors Degree
• Security Clearance Requirement TS/SCI
• Travel % 10