Aerospace Engineering Lead for Spacecraft Operations

3 weeks ago


Laurel, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time
Description of the Position
This position is responsible for developing, analyzing, testing, and delivering spacecraft G&C systems for both NASA and National Security Space missions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analytical and numerical computing software, such as MATLAB and Simulink, and experience with control and estimation algorithms, actuator and sensor hardware models, and dynamic simulations.

The Job Requirements
- MS in Aerospace Engineering or related field
- At least 5+ years of experience or significant coursework in the design, analysis, or development of complex aerospace systems
- Skilled in analytical and numerical computing software, such as MATLAB and Simulink
- Ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance

Additional Information
- This position requires travel to various locations, including government facilities and client sites
- The selected candidate must be able to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance

Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary: $160,000 - $220,000 per year
- Comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development

About Johns Hopkins APL
- APL promotes a culture of life-long learning and provides a wide selection of challenging, impactful work
- APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas


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