Hypersonics Test & Evaluation Engineer

Job Description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Kratos Defense and Rocket Support Services (KDRSS) is leading the way in the Department of Defense's highest technical priority- Hypersonic Weapons Research, Development, Test and Evaluation. We are looking for highly talented and motivated scientists and engineers to join our team. KDRSS maintains a unique and highly capable mix of flight, ground and material testing capability as well as specialized software development and application to Hypersonic T&E. We offer competitive salaries, time off and retirement benefits and an exciting and enriching workplace environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in Aero-Thermal-Structural modeling analyses supporting ground and flight test activities.
• Utilize in-house, Government and Commercial tools to support the Hypersonic T&E Mission
• Customize, adapt, and apply available tools to meet requirements given resource and schedule restrictions.
• Assist in the planning and conduct of aero-thermal-optical ground tests at the country's leading facilities, in coordination with the Nation's top scientists and engineers
• Coordinate the utilization of test data for the development, verification and validation of Transient, Thermal Analysis Software tools being developed for hypersonic seeker Modeling and Simulation (M&S)
• Develop written reports, briefings and other documentation.

Experience and Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Experience with the use, modification and/or development of scientific computing applications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Assistance with technical proposal writing and development on an as needed basis

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering or related fields
• US Citizen
• Active Secret Security Clearance

WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office environment
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

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Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement