Systems Engineer I

About the Role

This is an Entry Level Role onsite in Tucson, AZ supporting execution of current and upcoming missile programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, design, implement, and integrate embedded software algorithms for Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC).
• Characterize system aerodynamics through computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and wind tunnel testing.
• Design, integrate, and optimize effector guidance, tracking, navigation, and estimation algorithms to meet mission objectives.
• Evaluate solutions in flight testing at the system-level or lower-level subsystem testing.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers in an integrated product team responsible for tactical embedded software, firmware, and six degree-of-freedom simulations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, physics, mathematics, or a related STEM field. Degree must be obtained by start date.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, C/C++, and/or Object-Oriented design and Linux operating systems.
• Experience with one or more of the following: GNC systems, modeling & simulation techniques, digital and/or modern control systems, dynamics, Kalman filter design, signal processing (electro-optical, infrared, or active/passive RF), navigation systems, sensors (IMU/GPS), and algorithms, including Assured Position, Navigation, and Timing (APNT) systems, and aerodynamics and CFD.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Specific majors: Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science.
• Class projects, professional internships, or academic research demonstrating the ability to apply technical coursework or computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a team setting, organize tasking, and work with colleagues towards a shared goal or vision.
• Prior internship, co-op, or work experience.

Security Clearance

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• DoD Clearance: Secret.
• Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.