The Nuclear Hardness & Survivability (NH&S) department resides within MPD. Our staff includes technical leaders and subject matter experts in the areas of radiation survivability of electronic components/ hardware units in a natural and man-made space environment. Our expertise, combined with modeling and analysis capabilities, enables NH&S to deliver trusted assessments and recommendations to national security space systems and commercial customers. Take this opportunity to apply to the Aerospace NH&S department for the opportunity to work on cutting edge science with immediate mission impact.
The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at our facility at either Chantilly, VA; or El Segundo, CA.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead Nuclear Hardness and Survivability (NH&S) analyses for satellite electronics units, subsystems, payloads, and missile systems
- Review test plans and test reports for radiation testing of electronic components against requirements on total dose, displacement damage, prompt dose rate latchup/ upset, and single event effects
- Prepare survivability analysis for space environments such as micrometeoroids, atomic oxygen, solar energetic particles, and single event effects
- Evaluate plans and procedures for component and box-level Flash X-ray testing
- Calculate radiation environment estimations using DTRA M&S tools (ASSIST, QPROMPT, DGBETS, GSCENARIO, PRPSIM, FAB4DA, EMREP, GAP-RF), testable hardware toolkit (THTk), FASTRAD, MCNP, SPENVIS, CREME96, GEANT4, Ansys Charge Plus, SIRE2, Warren and other radiation analysis tools
- Participate at program PDRs, CDRs, and other reviews as required in reviewing radiation requirements and compliance
- Promote engagement with and across industry and government to review survivability/ radiation plans and implement best practices
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:
- Masters degree or higher in physics, nuclear engineering, electrical engineering or other related degree
- 10 or more years of related post-grad experience
- Experience in electron/ proton/ x-ray transport analysis or related experience
- Track record reviewing NH&S analyses and NH&S requirements compliance
- Proven proficiency evaluating SGEMP as a design consideration of flight hardware or related experience
- Documented capability of leading evaluation of electronic components for space flight units
- Demonstrated thorough understanding of prompt dose effects
- Willingness to travel domestically to support customer engagements, up to 25%
- This position requires 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
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
- Doctoral degree in physics, nuclear engineering, electrical engineer or other related degree
- At least 15 years in Nuclear Hardness and Survivability
- Demonstrated capability of performing radiation predictions using DTRA ASSIST, THTk, FAB4DA, FASTRAD, MCNP, GEANT4, Ansys Software Suite, SPENVIS, CREME96, ICEPIC and other radiation tools
- Extensive expertise of radiation effects and interactions on electric components and materials
- Deep experience planning, executing, and analyzing radiation test programs for parts against relevant radiation environments
- Proven systems engineering experience with ability to apply to survivability questions
- Participate in industry and government forums in the space community, including SPWG, JEDEC/SAE, HEART and IEEE groups
- Active TS/SCI or Q clearance
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Max)
$151,300.00 - $226,900.00
Pay Basis: Annual
Leadership Competencies
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:
- Operate Strategically
- Lead Change
- Engage with Impact
- Foster Innovation
- Deliver Results
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
