Join the Multidisciplinary Design Optimization team as a Missile Conceptual Design Engineer at APL. Collaborate on innovative missile design solutions, perform critical analysis tasks, and contribute to the development of next-generation missile systems in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate on the development of multidisciplinary design optimization (MDO/MDAO) tools for missile conceptual design
Perform analysis tasks related to vehicle design, including system sizing and trajectory optimization
Conduct optimization, trade, and sensitivity studies to derive system level requirements
Contribute to concept development of next generation missile systems
Develop and apply physics-based and empirical models for conceptual design
Guide technical programs to successful outcomes with clear communication
Required Qualifications
B.S. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, or related subject area
Minimum of 5+ years of related professional experience, including conceptual vehicle design
Focused experience in at least one system or sub-system level discipline (e.g. airframe design, solid/liquid propulsion, aerodynamics, GNC, seekers, trajectory optimization)
Experience with developing MDO analysis tools/frameworks
Experience with engineering models and simulations
Familiarity with MATLAB programming techniques
Understanding of aerospace vehicle flight dynamics and propulsion systems
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
M.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, with research experience
Understanding of vehicle conceptual design
Experience in MDO/MDAO techniques and software
Experience with numerical optimization algorithms and problem formulation
Benefits & Perks
Robust education assistance programUnparalleled retirement contributionsHealthy work/life balanceComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurancePaid time offFlexible spending accountsTraining and development opportunities