Aerospace Engineer II
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The job in short
Aerospace engineer developing missile performance software test beds and models.
PythonC++
Details
- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2026-10-04
- Location as listed
- Dahlgren, Virginia, United States
- Role
- Engineer (other)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Summary
An Aerospace Engineer is needed to support the development and testing of software systems related to missile performance analysis. The role involves developing software test beds, conducting technical analysis, and preparing reports while working with a joint government-contractor team. The position requires strong programming and mathematical skills to help develop high-fidelity models and systems used for concept development, testing, and performance evaluation.
Travel: None anticipated
Security Clearance Requirement:
An Interim Secret clearance is required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and able to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Requirements
• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Aerospace Engineering
• Strong mathematics background
• Programming proficiency in languages such as C++, Python, or MATLAB
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work primarily on-site during initial months, with limited telework possible later
• U.S. Citizenship required
Responsibilities
• Contribute to the development of a software test bed for a tactical weapons control system
• Work with a joint government and contractor team on highly technical projects
• Develop high-fidelity models to support system concept development and testing
• Conduct analysis of system and missile performance
• Support testing, evaluation, and technical reporting
Preferred Skills and Experience
• Proven ability to work both independently and within a technical team
• Experience solving complex technical or engineering problems
• For candidates with more than five years of experience, recent work should remain technical rather than managerial
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Aerospace Engineering is required.
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