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Aerospace Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Salary

$69,550 - $125,725 per year

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Description

Join Leidos Dynetics as an Aerospace Modeling and Simulation Engineer and contribute to high-profile aerospace projects that drive real-world solutions and advancements. You will develop, integrate, and test models of aerospace systems using your engineering knowledge and research skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, integrate, and test models of aerospace systems
  • Document model performance and algorithm design
  • Collaborate with internal and external team members to deliver innovative solutions
  • Engage with stakeholders to define requirements and showcase your work through model demonstrations

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or equivalent from an ABET-accredited university
  • 2+ years of relevant experience
  • Active and current DoD Secret clearance and eligibility to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
  • Proficiency with 3DOF/6DOF flight models, MATLAB, Simulink, C++
  • Strong understanding of aerospace systems and systems engineering processes

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience using Python
  • Experience in autopilot design
  • Experience with ballistic missiles, air-launched missiles, or hypersonic vehicles
  • AFSIM or ITASE experience

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary: $69,550.00 - $125,725.00 per year
  • Opportunity to work on meaningful projects
  • Collaborative environment
  • Professional growth and development

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Python
  • autopilot design
  • ballistic missiles
  • air-launched missiles
  • hypersonic vehicles
  • AFSIM
  • ITASE

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