2027 Aerospace Software and Simulation Engineer
The Aerospace Corporation3 days ago
El Segundo, CA, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$70k - $150k/yr
Responsibilities
- Conduct tests and analyses of software systems embedded within launch vehicles, spacecraft, CubeSats, and other mission-critical space-system components.
- Develop and maintain simulations supporting software validation, on-orbit anomaly resolution, and day-of-launch mission assurance.
- Develop models of sensors, actuators, vehicle dynamics, and other space-system components for software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, and emulator-based simulators.
- Develop tools and techniques to enhance analysis and simulation capabilities.
- Apply software and systems best practices, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and deliver quality products and customer reviews.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM field, pursuing or conferred within the last 12 months.
- 0–1 year of industry work experience.
- Experience in aerospace systems, flight software development, modeling and simulation, or a related engineering field.
- Experience providing technical support in complex environments involving customers, program offices, engineering support, and contractors.
- Relevant project experience in dynamics, control systems, control algorithm design, or modeling and simulation.
- Programming experience with Python, Java, and C/C++.
- Experience with version control systems and Linux/Unix environments.
- Understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain the clearance.
- Preferred qualifications include a relevant master’s or PhD, GNC or embedded and flight software experience, NASA cFS or JPL FSW knowledge, DO-178C or ISO 26262 familiarity, HIL/SIL experience, Simulink or Modelica experience, real-time embedded software experience, Atlassian tool experience, and an active Secret clearance or higher.
Benefits
- Full-time, on-site work in El Segundo, California, with approximately 10% domestic travel to customer sites, launch facilities, or test locations.
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
- Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
- 401(k) plan with company-paid benefits and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested upon hire.
- Flexible spending accounts and a variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
- Relocation assistance.
- Professional growth, development, and education assistance programs.
- Inclusive work environment focused on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
About The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation is a nonprofit operator of a federally funded research and development center, providing independent systems engineering, research, and mission assurance for U.S. government space programs. It supports defense, civil, and some commercial customers across satellites, launch vehicles, ground systems, remote sensing, and cyber. Founded in 1960 and headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, it advises on acquisition, design, testing, and operations to improve reliability of national security space systems.