Rocket Modeling Engineer: 6DOF Simulation & Analysis

Saic; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a highly motivated Rocket Modeling System Engineer to support U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force launch programs in San Bernardino, California.

Join a multi-disciplinary team performing analysis and modeling of rocket systems and develop advanced aerospace skills for missile and space launch technology. The role includes post-flight verification, hazards analyses, and 6DOF simulations under various conditions, with opportunities to work on ICBM programs and interface with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or MS with relevant experience in aerospace/related fields.
• 3+ years of industry experience or MS with 2+ years in relevant programs.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, FORTRAN, C++, Python.
• Experience in missile/aircraft dynamics, GN&C, and navigation concepts.
• Ability to present technical findings clearly in reports and briefings.

Responsibilities

• Perform post-flight verification of rocket/launch vehicle simulations and update models.
• Conduct hazards analyses and performance assessments to ensure mission requirements are met.
• Execute non-linear 6DOF simulation analyses under nominal, off-nominal, and Monte Carlo conditions.
• Develop, modify, and maintain software tools and models for missile/launch vehicle performance prediction.
• Review and support team activities across missions, assessing accuracy and validation statistics.
• Prepare and present technical analyses, reports, and briefings to internal teams and government customers.

Skills

Aerospace knowledge

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace/aeronautics, mathematics/statistics, computer science, physics, or related field

MS with 2+ years of experience

Tools

MATLAB

FORTRAN

C++

Python

Job description

SAIC is seeking a highly motivated Rocket Modeling System Engineer to support U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force launch programs in San Bernardino, California.

Join a multi-disciplinary team performing analysis and modeling of rocket systems and develop advanced aerospace skills for missile and space launch technology. The role includes post-flight verification, hazards analyses, and 6DOF simulations under various conditions, with opportunities to work on ICBM programs and interface with