Specialist, Systems Engineer - Modeling Simulation and Controls - Control Logic Design (44311)

• Dynamic modeling and simulation, control algorithm design and development of control logic for air-breathing propulsion systems.
• Actuation system (including valves) and turbo pump modeling and analysis.
• Steady state and transient performance modeling and analysis.
• Modeling and analysis in Matlab/Simulink and C/C++.
• Support development of rocket propulsion hardware and software requirements, including coordination of derivation of internal requirements allocation.
• Support propulsion system testing, including test plan and test procedure development, pre-test predictions, integration of electronic test support equipment, and development of test-related software.
• Propulsion development activities include contributing technical analyses to anomaly investigation and resolution teams. As required, provide on-site customer technical support for engine ground test coverage and analyses, and system flight test activities.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10%.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• 2+ years of experience in control systems design, analysis, and test.
• Active DOD Secret Security Clearance.

• Masters Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, SimScape, LabView, Veristand, Python, and C/C++.
• Proficiency in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools.
• Experience with NPSS propulsion model development and control system intergration
• Experience with engine control system design, test, and analysis.
• Communication and presentation experience with cross-functional and integrated product teams.
• Knowledge and experience with air-breathing high-speed propulsion systems used in defense applications
• Knowledge of thermodynamic, aerodynamic, fluid dynamic, and mechanical dynamic properties and behaviors.
• Experience with System Analysis, including modeling & simulation, performance & operability analysis, engine control operation & design is desired.

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