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Aerospace Modeling and Simulation Engineer

AT Leidos
Leidos

Aerospace Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Charlottesville, VA

Description

Leidos Dynetics is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented problem solver to join our modeling and simulation team as an Aerospace Modeling and Simulation Engineer in Charlottesville, VA.

You will play a valuable part in developing and testing models of aerospace systems, to include air-launched weapons; ballistic missile systems; avionics; hypersonic vehicles; and guidance, navigation, and controls across a wide range of projects and programs.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Develop, integrate, and test models of aerospace systems based on provided information, research, and engineering principles.
  • Document model performance against requirements.
  • Document algorithm design.
  • Work collaboratively with an engineering team comprised of internal and external team members.
  • Interact with external stakeholders to define requirements and perform model demonstrations.

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Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university
  • Candidate must have 2+ years experience. MS degree in a relevant field can be used in lieu of 2 years of experience.
  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Active SECRET Clearance required and eligibility to obtain/maintain TS SCI.
  • Experience with 3DOF/6DOF flight models
  • Experience in MATLAB/Simulink
  • Experience with system level requirements
  • Detailed understanding of the systems engineering process
  • Demonstrates solid understanding and intuition of the functionality and interdependency of aerospace systems.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Organizational skills to document work and interface with team members to ensure flow of information.
  • Candidate must be local to or willing to relocate to the Charlottesville, VA area.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with configuration management tools such as SVN and Git
  • Experience in C++ or Python
  • An understanding of basic GNC algorithms
  • Experience simulating ballistic missiles, air-launched missiles, and/or hypersonic vehicles

Original Posting Date:

2024-11-08
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $65,000.00 - $117,500.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Client-provided location(s): Charlottesville, VA, USA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00147925
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program