An Aerospace Engineer designs aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft using knowledge of engineering and physics, and tests prototypes to see if they work according to design. May specialize in aeronautical design and work with airplanes and helicopters, or specialize in astronautical design and work with vehicles used in outer space. May specialize in a particular area of design, such as aerodynamic flow or navigation.
TS/SCI, requires program access, process will start upon offer acceptance. Program access approval is required to be briefed on position prior to starting. Access can take about 3 months to gain. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and verify guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for spacecraft, re-entry vehicles, and hypersonic/airborne platforms. Develop and maintain 6 DOF dynamics simulations and associated analysis tools for mission and performance assessment. Implement and validate GN&C flight software (MATLAB/Simulink models and C/C++ prototypes) and integrate with testbeds and avionics. Apply astrodynamics and flight mechanics to mission design, novel orbit concepts, and trajectory optimization. Apply aerodynamics, atmospheric flight mechanics, and controls knowledge to support the design of re-entry guidance, navigation, and flight control functions. Develop powered and unpowered guidance laws and autonomy tools for on orbit and atmospheric operations. Support troubleshooting of operational anomalies, functional tests, and service incidents. Produce concepts of operations, simulation artifacts, and test procedures to enable rapid iteration from prototype to flight test. Collaborate with cross functional teams (systems engineering, avionics, test, and business development) and communicate technical tradeoffs to stakeholders. Independently identify inefficiencies, propose solutions, and implement reusable tools and automations. Required Skills Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement 5+ years of related work experience (Ex. PhD, Master's + 3 or more years' related work experience). Engineering experience with aircraft, missile, spacecraft, autonomous platform or similar vehicles. Proficiency with MATLAB and Simulink. Proficiency developing GN&C algorithms, models and simulations. Experience developing with C/C++, Python or C#. Active Tier 5 (T5) Clearance, formerly known as Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) is Preferred. Preferred Skills Degree in aerospace/aeronautical engineering (BS/MS/PhD). 10+ years related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with spacecraft operations, space environment effects, or hypersonic re-entry GN&C. Familiarity with state estimation and sensor fusion (e.g., Kalman filters), GPS/INS, or air data systems. Background in classical and modern control theory and nonlinear control design. Model based development experience and flight test support. Prior work on space or hypersonic programs Ability to work effectively in broad, minimally defined design spaces and to communicate technical results clearly.
Education/Experience:
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the
USA, ABET
accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. LI_TSC About our
Company:
- 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. Founded in 1997, 22nd Century Technologies is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise with 6,000+ people including 600+ Cyber SMEs nationwide supporting our customers in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. With HQs in Somerset, NJ and Mclean, VA, 22nd Century has 14 offices throughout the United States. As part of our unrelenting focus on quality and compliance, 22nd Century Technologies' delivery is based on Certified Matured Processes including CMMI L3 Dev & SVC, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and
ISO 9001
quality processes. With a strong focus on the public sector, 22nd Century currently holds government contracts with 14 out of 15 Federal Executive agencies including DoD, 37 other Federal agencies, 50 States, 115+ Local agencies, and 37 School Districts. In the last three years, we have expanded our services to Fortune 500 and other commercial clients and currently support 80+ commercial clients. Recognized among "Best Company to Work For" by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients' expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated. "22nd Century Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer" and "US Citizens & all other parties authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply." All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Pay:
$80.00 - $143.00 per hour
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
aerospace or GN&C engineering: 5 years (Required)
MATLAB and Simulink:
5 years (Required) GN&C algorithms and simulations: 5 years (Required) Security clearance: Top Secret (Required) Ability to
