Autonomy engineer - security clearance required | Centreville, VA

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. At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

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; orbital mechanics; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments.

The Vehicle Engineering Department is part of the Vehicle Systems Division, the premier satellite and launch vehicle technical organization within the Aerospace Corporation. Vehicle Engineering is expanding into advanced autonomy for space systems and is seeking experienced candidates to be on the

leading edge of autonomy research and integration. Work Model: This full-time position will be a hybrid work model in Chantilly, VA , requiring 3 days of onsite work per week.

What You’ll Be Doing Provide technical contributions to advanced autonomy at Aerospace along with support to assembly, integration, and test of spacecraft systems Help to execute analytical and testing capabilities to meet the needs of highly autonomous systems Work c losely with senior staff to help customers to identify their autonomy needs and foster lasting relationships that support the entire design and operational life cycle of critical space systems Establish Vehicle Engineering and Autonomy subject matter expertise by applying relevant engineering and analytical skills Provide direct technical support to a variety of space programs with a focus on autonomy, modeling, simulation, and analysis Support ongoing research into Hardware-in-the-Loop development for testing satellite systems, especially those incorporating artificial intelligence into their architecture What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or equivalent 1-2 or more years of applicable professional or educational experience is required Experience with both mechanically oriented engineering principals and software or electronics Experience with at least one spacecraft discipline, dynamics, control, or artificial intelligence Experience with technical teams to solve complex problems and identify analytical or testing verification processes B ackground in autonomous systems or robotics Sound communication skills with an ability to explain complex technical issues, activities, architectures and designs, and operations to staff and customers with limited engineering background Willingness to occasionally travel and to work off-business hours to support customer needs, approximately 5 % (as required) This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.

S. government. U. S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Autonomous vehicle simulation and test experience Experience with hardware-software interfacing and communications, or embedded systems Prior technical leadership experience or willingness to grow into such a role A current and active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U. S.

government. U. S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance is preferred Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.

A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference.

This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions.

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