Early/​Mid-Career Autonomous Aerospace Systems Engineer - Remote

About the Role

We are seeking an Early/Mid-Career Autonomous Aerospace Systems Engineer to join our innovative team at Sandia National Laboratories. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge autonomous systems technologies that contribute to national security. As an Autonomous Aerospace Systems Engineer, you'll have the chance to collaborate with a team of experts in a dynamic environment, making impactful contributions to high-stakes projects.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with a team of researchers, engineers, and technologists to develop autonomous flight system technologies and mature them from concept to simulation to flight.
• Develop autonomous flight solutions, including the design of subsystems and payloads, as well as the development of algorithms in flight software for full flight vehicle demonstrations.
• Create physics-based and agent-driven simulation and analysis tools for challenging mission scenarios.
• Implement and lead new projects applying trusted autonomy to high-consequence missions.
• Engage in simulation, laboratory, and field-testing operations at Sandia's laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
• Support projects from the Autonomy for Hypersonics developmental research portfolio, applying state-of-the-art autonomous systems concepts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field, or equivalent experience in engineering or scientific research.
• Significant interest and knowledge in autonomous system concepts, including uncertainty, perception, decision-making, and algorithm verification and validation.
• Experience or familiarity with sensing, control, navigation, and/or dynamical systems, particularly in flight vehicle mechanics.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative and interdisciplinary team environment.

Nice to Have

• Graduate degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in applied aerodynamics, flight mechanics, or trajectory simulation.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as MATLAB®, Simulink®, Python, C/C++, or similar.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range from $102,400 to $199,700, commensurate with experience.
• Flexible work arrangements, including options for telecommuting and compressed workweeks.
• Generous vacation and strong medical benefits.
• Relocation assistance to help you settle into your new role.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Join us as an Early/Mid-Career Autonomous Aerospace Systems Engineer and contribute to world-changing technologies that enhance national security. Apply now to be part of a team that values innovation and collaboration!