Aerospace Software and Simulation Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators.

Join us and take your place in space. The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas and data behind current and future systems supplying innovative research and development; technical evaluations during the acquisition process; conceptual and detailed design; assembly, integration, and test; and operational support. Comprised primarily of highly-trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering;

guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments. The Vehicle Systems Software Department (VSSD) performs independent verification and validation of flight software embedded within avionics systems aboard launch vehicles, spacecraft, and other vehicle systems. Our multidisciplinary staff provides technical oversight throughout the flight software development process, from requirements definition to day-of-launch and on-orbit operations.

We develop high-fidelity closed-loop hardware and software testbeds to test the software to assess its readiness for flight. VSSD is seeking an Aerospace Software and Simulation Engineer with a passion for space and software development to be part of our team. The selected candidate will be required to work full time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

Conduct tests and perform analyses of software systems embedded within launch vehicles, spacecraft, Cube Sats, and other mission-critical components of space systems. Participate in the development and maintenance of these simulations to support software validation, on-orbit anomaly resolution, and day-of-launch mission assurance activities. Develop models of space system components such as sensors, actuators, and vehicle dynamics for use in software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, and emulator-based simulators.

Develop tools and techniques for enhancing analysis and simulation capabilities. Follow software and system best practices to support projects, collaborate with team members, and deliver quality products and reviews to customers. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed.

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must work well in a team environment
• Possess organizational, time management and project management skills
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need
• Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations

• Minimum Requirements:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related STEM field (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
• 0-1 year of industry work experience
• Experience in aerospace systems, flight software development, modeling and simulation, or related engineering field
• Experience performing technical support in complex environments involving customers, program offices, engineering support, and contractors
• Relevant project experience in…