Systems Engineer V -Strategic Systems, Systems Engineer MSAD
Core
Senior technical authority leading complex modeling, simulation, and control systems efforts for propulsion and aerospace programs, specifically focusing on solid rocket motor performance and controllable solids technologies.
Role type
Senior IC systems engineer (modeling, simulation, and controls)
Builds
High-fidelity system models, control algorithms, and simulation architectures for propulsion, guidance, and flight control systems
Domain
Aerospace propulsion and defense systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
System dynamics modeling, control system design, physics-based modeling, ballistics modeling, state-space control methods, SysML diagram generation, technical leadership, requirements derivation, Monte Carlo analysis
Preferred skills
DoD program experience, Master's or Ph.D. in related discipline, experience with MDA or similar government programs
Technologies
MATLAB/Simulink, Python, SysML
Responsibilities
Lead development of high-fidelity system models and control algorithms; Develop system simulation architectures; Perform controllability studies and gain tuning; Serve as primary performance engineer for assigned programs; Conduct system-level analysis including Monte Carlo and sensitivity studies; Mentor junior engineers; Interface with customers to define requirements and present technical results; Author and review technical documentation; Lead technical trade studies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities