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L3Harris Technologies is a US aerospace and defense technology company providing space and airborne systems, communications, electronic warfare, and missile propulsion solutions for government and commercial customers.
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Specialist, Systems Engineer - Modeling Simulation and Controls - Control Logic Design joins the Modeling Simulation and Controls team to support high-speed air-breathing propulsion systems. This role involves conducting cycle and engine matching analyses to understand component performance during steady-state and transient operating modes. The engineer will design and test control logic software, perform integration into Software-in-the-Loop and Hardware-in-the-Loop simulation environments, and develop test stand hardware and software. Key responsibilities include modeling actuation systems and turbo pumps, developing rocket propulsion requirements, and supporting test planning and execution. Required technical skills include proficiency in Matlab, Simulink, SimScape, LabView, Veristand, Python, C/C++, and Model Based Systems Engineering tools. The role addresses complex engineering challenges in the development of advanced propulsion systems for defense applications, requiring expertise in thermodynamics, aerodynamics, fluid dynamics, and mechanical dynamic properties.
What does a Systems Engineer earn?
Median $155000 from 199 postings across 33 companies.
Design and develop control logic algorithms for air-breathing propulsion systems.
Perform steady-state and transient performance modeling and analysis using Matlab/Simulink and C/C++.
Model and analyze actuation systems, including valves and turbo pumps.
Integrate control software into Software-in-the-Loop (SWIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) simulation environments.
Develop test stand hardware, software, and related test plans for propulsion systems.
Support the derivation of internal requirements for rocket propulsion hardware and software.
Contribute technical analyses to anomaly investigation and resolution teams.
Provide on-site technical support for engine ground tests and system flight activities.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent and 4 years of experience; Master's with 2 years; or 8 years without a degree.
At least 2 years of experience in control systems design, analysis, and test.
Active DOD Secret Security Clearance.
Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, SimScape, LabView, Veristand, Python, and C/C++ (preferred).
Proficiency in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (preferred).
Experience with NPSS propulsion model development and control system integration (preferred).
Knowledge of thermodynamic, aerodynamic, fluid dynamic, and mechanical dynamic properties and behaviors (preferred).
GNC
MATLAB
Simulink
C++
Python
Control Theory
Dynamic Modeling
Flight Dynamics
Propulsion System Analysis
Hardware-in-the-Loop
Software-in-the-Loop
Systems Engineering
Systems Engineering
Modeling & Simulation
MBSE
Python
MATLAB
Monte Carlo Analysis
Digital Engineering
Requirements Management
Risk Management
System Integration
Verification
Trade Studies
Data Analysis