Aerospace Systems Engineer

2 weeks ago


Wallops Island, United States Peraton Full time
Position Overview

Peraton is seeking a skilled Aerospace Engineer to contribute to our Sounding Rocket Operations Contract (NSROC) at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility. This program focuses on suborbital space flight, providing essential launch vehicles and payload development support for NASA's Science Mission Directorate. The role involves collaboration in a dynamic team environment as well as independent work on various projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, test, and support field operations for sounding rocket vehicle systems, including critical components such as flight termination and recovery systems.
  • Utilize ground support equipment (GSE) during payload integration, testing, and launch operations.
  • Develop and document technical procedures and reports for vehicle component testing.
  • Conduct hazardous testing involving pyrotechnics and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
  • Prepare and present technical materials for internal and external stakeholder meetings.
  • Apply programming skills in languages such as C, C++, C#, Matlab, and Python for software development related to engineering tasks.
  • Engage in technical discussions with customers and experimenters to facilitate project objectives.
  • Manage design and development project activities to meet established goals.
  • Maintain awareness of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and Quality Management Systems.
  • Support the integration of new hardware and software systems, generating necessary documentation.
  • Oversee inventory management of flight hardware utilized in NSROC standard systems.
Qualifications

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Up to 2 years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Familiarity with test instrumentation such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, and vibration tables.
  • Understanding of static and dynamic analysis principles related to flight structures.
  • Knowledge of rocket motor dynamics.
Desired:
  • Experience with hazardous operations and safety procedures.
  • Background in structural analysis and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
  • Proficiency in MatLab and Python programming.
  • Solidworks Certification.
  • Experience in rocket propulsion technologies, particularly solid rocket motors.
About Peraton

Peraton is a leader in national security, providing innovative solutions that address complex challenges across various domains. Our commitment to excellence and integrity drives our mission to protect our nation and allies. We pride ourselves on our ability to tackle the most pressing issues facing our customers, ensuring safety and security worldwide.

Salary Range

The typical salary range for this position is $66,000 - $106,000, reflecting the experience and qualifications of the candidate.

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