Job Overview
We have an immediate need for an Specialist Engineer in Control Systems Analysis at our Huntsville, AL Defense Headquarters location.
In this position, the engineer will work control systems analysis activities associated with controllable solids / throttling solid rocket technology for existing and new advanced development programs. The work includes dynamic modeling and simulation, control algorithm design and development, actuation system modeling and analysis, steady state and transient analysis and design, requirement development, system integration, avionics integration, test facility integration, testing, data analysis, and presentation of results. System integration may include integration of algorithms, simulation models, avionics, software and hardware, instrumentation, and test equipment with test facilities. Testing may include laboratory testing of avionics and subsystem components, validation and verification testing, rocket motor hot fire testing, and flight testing. Expertise with Matlab/Simulink, C/C++, control theory, propulsion theory, testing, integration, avionics, test equipment, instrumentation, and signal processing is highly desired. Extensive experience with Matlab/Simulink is highly desired, particularly any experience with autocode generation.
This posting may represent one or more specific immediate or near-term openings. Those who express an interest may be considered for current and future positions. This opening may be filled at this level as posted or at one level higher.
About Us
L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.
Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company, is growing in The Rocket City, Huntsville, AL! Weve begun hiring for our third facility in the Huntsville area, a 379,000 sq.ft. manufacturing facility near the Huntsville airport that will specialize in the production and assembly of inert solid rocket motor components. We are also continuing to grow at our Huntsville center of excellence for Missile Solutions Program Management and Engineering, as well as our Advanced Manufacturing Facility in north Huntsville, where we produce advanced propulsion products.
Youre not just "doing a job" at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company. The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.
- Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation’s aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers L3Harris
- Rest and Relaxation- Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 schedule providing longer weekends. Plus 90 hours of paid holidays on average throughout the year.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out: Benefits L3Harris
- Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
- Professional Development - Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University and Energetics University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
- Employee Resource Groups – Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs
- Great Location - Huntsville has been named the second-best place to live in the United States by U.S. News & World Reports 2023-2024 rankings. The citys thriving job market, low cost of living and high quality of life were cited as the primary reasons for its top ranking.
Essential Functions
35 - Working often independently and in a technical leadership role, apply advanced techniques and theories to perform transient and steady state analysis for solid rocket propulsion systems. Expertise in control theory, simulation and modeling characteristics are important for this role. Help guide team in using and developing system simulation software tools such as MATLAB/Simulink and other custom software applications. Support development of rocket propulsion hardware and software requirements, including coordination of derivation of internal requirements allocation. Develop compliance assessments and verification plans.
25 - Participate in system integration of control algorithms, simulation models, avionics, and test equipment. This may require validation testing, data analysis, and system trouble-shooting to obtain proper system level integration.
20 - Support propulsion system testing, including test plan and test procedure development, pre-test predictions, and development of test-related software. Perform test data analysis.
10 - Mentor early career control systems analysis engineers to provide insight and knowledge of Aerojet Rocketdyne Control Systems Analysis work and propulsion systems. Peer review the mentees work. Participate in Integrated Product Team meetings. Participate in planning and support propulsion system development tests and verification testing through solid rocket motor test setup, conduct, and data reduction.
10 - Document work in reports and presentations, and present results to diverse audiences that may include customer and industry technical experts. Lead peer reviews of work results.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering/Science, or other relevant discipline/science with (nine) 9 years of directly related technical experience in design engineering disciplines OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Expertise in the design, analysis and/or testing of solid propulsion systems including actuation systems is desired.
Expertise with MATLAB/Simulink, system modeling, and propulsion is strongly desired.
Experience with GNC - Guidance, Navigation, and Control
Travel:
The Engineer would be expected to travel up to 10-20 to support testing, for training and mentoring, and to support technical meetings with customers.
May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 15 pounds; may require minimal walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.
