Principal Aerospace Engineer

• Autonomous System SRC $115,000.00
• $160,000.

00 / yr paid time off United States, Mexico, Albuquerque Oct 15, 2026 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 ofdevelopment 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. #CJ 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. Learn more about

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Albuquerque, Mexico Employment Type Full-Time Salaried Experience Required 10+ Years Education Required Bachelors Degree Security Clearance Requirement TS/SCI Travel % 10 Notify me of jobs like this