Electromechanical Engineer
In an era of dynamic change in space, Aerospace is addressing a generation of complex challenges. We operate the only federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) committed exclusively to the space enterprise. Our technical experts span every discipline of space-related science and engineering. Join our team and thrive in a career that matters to the world and you personally.
The Electromechanical Control Department (ECD) is hiring an Electromechanical Engineer. S/he is charged with the responsibility of providing technical support in the areas of control system hardware and algorithms for both spacecraft and launch vehicles. As an ECD subject matter expert, you will specialize working with key components such as gyroscopes, star trackers, encoders, motors, accelerometers, reaction wheels, fast steering mirrors, servo mechanisms, GPS receivers, thrust vector control, and others.
The department performs both technical studies and experimental investigations, in which you will be supporting customer programs. Technical studies often involve the analysis, simulation, evaluation, or testing of control systems and their components. Experimental investigations may include controller design and implementation, data reduction and visualization, sensor and actuator performance evaluation, and electro-optical systems calibration and alignment. Tasks you may typically be involved with are, interaction with government customers, program management, and contractors.
At The Aerospace Corporation, we are committed to providing a safe and diverse workplace for all employees who share a common passion and aspiration – to serve a mission much bigger than ourselves. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a rare collection of thought leaders and game-changing innovators.
Key Functions
Provide technical expertise in the area of electromechanical control systems
Support multiple programs and work independently with both internal and external customers as a technical authority, consultant, primary investigator, or project leader
Provide oversight, guidance, and technical advice on customer projects, which may include specialized analytical and experimental studies for spacecraft and launch vehicle control system hardware
Verify contractor designs, approaches, and overall system performance
Have the ability to coordinate, organize, and lead the work of other Aerospace staff
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or equivalent is required
Typically (8) years of applicable professional or educational experience is required
Relevant experience in laboratory experimentation, developing test strategies, experiment design, and integration and test
A strong working knowledge of electronics, mechanical design and structures, control systems, inertial sensors and actuators
Experience providing technical support in multi-program, multi-agency environments with government program office personnel, engineering support, and contractors
Willingness to occasionally travel and to work off-business hours to support customer needs
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
Preferred
Advanced degree in a STEM field or equivalent is preferred
Candidates with significant experience in any of the fields of robotics, rapid prototyping, small satellite development, cryocoolers, launch or space vehicle systems (thrust vector control, guidance systems, and/or avionics), mechanical design, dynamics, electronic circuit design and analysis, signal processing and filtering, or real-time software development are strongly desired
Proficiency with any of the following tools: MATLAB/Simulink, dSPACE, LabVIEW, SolidWorks, C/C++, Python
Demonstrated experience mentoring and building a product team
Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI Security Clearance, which is issued by the US government is preferred
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
- Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
- 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
- Flexible spending accounts
- Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
- Relocation assistance
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
- Education assistance programs
- An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.