Senior Aerospace Engineer - Advanced Concepts

SPACE WORKS

At Space Works Enterprises, we specialize in next-generation high-speed flight systems, human and robotic spacecraft, as well as entry, descent & landing technologies. Our core competencies include conducting preliminary design of aerospace concepts, performing detailed multidisciplinary engineering analysis, developing commercial aerospace software, prototyping spacecraft hardware components, and conducting market and economic research within the aerospace industry. We serve clients from the Department of Defense, NASA, and the commercial space sector.

Advanced Concepts performs concept definition, system design and evaluation, multi-disciplinary design optimization, concept trade studies, probabilistic analysis, and technology prioritization. Bringing programs from initiation through Concept Design Review and System Requirements Review. Also supporting several technical disciplines to Preliminary Design Review and into the hardware prototyping phase.

A successful candidate will:

• Be well versed in hypersonic aircraft and/or spacecraft performance
• Support a small multidisciplinary team of technical staff to design complex systems
• Exhibit a "can do" and "want to" attitude - bringing an open-minded approach and a bias toward finding solutions
• Have experience supporting activities in modeling, simulation, and design of high-speed flight systems including endo-atmospheric, re-entry, and launch systems

• Design of next-generation hypersonic atmospheric vehicles, Earth-to-orbit launch systems, and human & robotic spacecraft
• Mass modeling and vehicle closure of aerospace vehicles and architectures
• Trajectory design and optimization using 3-DOF trajectory tools
• Multidisciplinary design optimization of aerospace systems

At Space Works, we believe in cultivating a culture that offers the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. It is our firm belief that work‑life balance is critical to strong, happy, healthy employees. As we challenge what is possible and push the boundaries of innovation, we stand together as a team. Here you will find a community that is dedicated to our mission as well as your personal goals.

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage options including medical, telemedicine, vision, dental, long‑term disability, short‑term disability, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts
• Flexible work schedules - the position is in‑office at our facility in Atlanta, GA, however we do offer telework days, compressed workweek options, core hours, and flex time to provide flexibility to our employees
• Time to reset – paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and sabbatical leave
• 401k + company match, opportunities for bonuses, employee experience events throughout the year, employee assistance program, and more

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering
• 2+ years of relevant experience, includes time in internships and research
• Experience in the design/modeling of hypersonic atmospheric vehicles, Earth‑to‑orbit launch systems, or human & robotic spacecraft
• Experience in multidisciplinary design optimization
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary, collaborative environment with ownership and autonomy typical of a small business
• Hands‑on experience with trajectory optimization software, CFD tools, MATLAB/Simulink, or equivalent simulation platforms

Must be a U.S. citizen and immediately eligible to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

• 5+ years of related aerospace industry experience contributing technically as an engineer primarily within concept development, requirements definition, preliminary design, and detailed design.
• High level disciplinary experience with multidisciplinary analysis and optimization of high-speed flight and/or launch vehicle design.
• Experience in relevant aerospace‑oriented, flight development programs (e.g. UAVs, missiles, Cube Sats).
• Basic knowledge of Monte Carlo analysis, uncertainty analysis, or risk analysis.
• Small‑business experience.

Space Works is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.