The systems analyst primarily will perform advanced concept thermodynamic design of air-breathing engines to define propulsion cycles that meet functional vehicle requirements
Conduct performance analyses and evaluate the steady state and transient operation of propulsion systems
Create concepts of operation, requirements development, and initial system architectures for advanced concepts
Develop and use integrated propulsion system models for sizing, performance, and analysis
Duties may include evaluation of ground test and flight data to determine engine health and conformance to performance requirements
Create, maintain and use math models of propulsion systems
Design and test engine control systems and control logic for liquid rocket and/or air-breathing engines
Contribute technical analyses to anomaly investigation and resolution teams

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience
Active Secret Security Clearance Preferred
Proficiency in NPSS propulsion performance models, MATLAB/Simulink, ModelCenter, computer aided design (CAD) tools, trajectory analysis tools, Python, C/C++, SysML, and FORTRAN
Proficiency in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools
Experience with engine control system design, test, and analysis
Knowledge and experience with air-breathing high-speed propulsion systems used in defense applications
Experience with System Analysis, including modeling & simulation, performance & operability analysis, engine control operation & design is desired.

Specialist Engineer, System Analysis

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