Do you love bringing "out-there" ideas to life? We are innovators on a mission to unite, explore and inspire. As a Senior Aerospace Engineer, you will serve as a technical authority in the design, development, and testing of cutting-edge aerospace products and systems. You will oversee multiple projects, drive innovation, and mentor engineering teams.
The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.
Responsibilities:- Provide technical leadership for the development of complex aerospace systems.
- Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
- Oversee comprehensive analysis and validation testing.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in design reviews and technical discussions.
- Develop and implement engineering best practices and standards.
- Foster relationships with clients, suppliers, and industry partners.
- Identify and pursue opportunities for innovation and improvement.
Qualifications You Must Have:- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field.
- 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
- Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
- Understanding of Computer Aided Engineering tools such as Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
- Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
Qualifications We Prefer:- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering.
- Certification in Systems Engineering or related field.
- Exposure to Engineering Simulation such Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Thermal Analysis using tools such as StarCCM+ or CFD++.
- Understanding of aircraft external loads, aircraft performance and stability and control.
- Familiarity with wind tunnel and aircraft flight test.
- Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.
- Understanding of system-level static and dynamic modeling and simulation.
- Exposure to aircraft stability principles and control system design and analysis.
- Knowledge of industry standard aerospace principles, to include, but not limited to parametric design, model-based definition, fundamentals of flight mechanics.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Essential Functions: - Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
- Ability to travel up to 10%.
- Work in an office or hybrid environment.
This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.
Estimated Starting Salary Range: $124,771.42 - $171,560.71. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
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SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
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