MTSI is seeking a highly skilled
Senior Aerospace Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Engineer with deep experience in
hypersonics, aerothermodynamics, propulsion, and high-fidelity physics-based simulations. The ideal candidate has proven technical leadership experience, thrives in complex analysis environments, and can manage and execute medium- to large-scale technical tasks with limited oversight.
You will support aerospace research and engineering efforts across aerothermodynamics, high-speed propulsion, interceptor lethality, mission engineering, and advanced CFD-based studies. You will routinely interface with government customers, contribute to proposal efforts, and lead multidisciplinary teams.
Role & ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Technical Leadership & Execution- Lead multiphysics M&S efforts including hypersonic flowfields, scramjet/ramjet propulsion, IR signature analysis, interceptor lethality, and aerothermal phenomena.
- Translate guidance from Program Managers or government technical leads into actionable engineering tasks and workflows.
- Manage and execute medium-large technical projects, ensuring efficient task coordination with available resources.
- Serve as technical lead for time-critical, high-visibility engineering tasks.
- Engage and support MTSI internal Senior Leaders, Technical Fellows/Directors, and Engineering Analysis team lead with technical expertise and business development.
Modeling & Simulation- Develop, execute, and analyze high-fidelity CFD, combustion, and aerothermal simulations using GOTS, COTS, and privately developed tools such as US3D, STAR-CCM+, Cantera, Pointwise, Kestrel, Fluent, ParaView, VisIt, or similar.
- Optics performance modeling, seeker/sensor performance evaluation, Zmax experience preferred.
- GNC modeling experience preferred.
- Apply advanced chemical kinetics, plasma physics, and high-speed propulsion modeling expertise to complex aerospace problems.
- Conduct operations analysis and mission engineering studies using tools such as AFSIM.
- Conduct campaign analysis studies using tools such as CFAM or STORM.
Customer Engagement & Communication- Routinely engage with government technical representatives, teammates, and subcontractors.
- Clearly explain results, analysis methodologies, and technical approaches in both formal and informal settings.
- Serve as technical volume lead for proposals; assist with Pink/Red team reviews.
Organizational Leadership- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to Communities of Practice.
- Support or lead internal innovation projects and cross-functional technical initiatives.
- Participate in conferences, workshops, and technical sessions as a presenter or chair.
Required Skills & Experience- Demonstrated expertise in aerothermodynamics, hypersonics, combustion physics, high-speed propulsion, and CFD model development. (add GNC)
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Fortran, C++, Bash, Java) and familiarity with modern M&S toolchains.
- Ability to independently break down complex problems, develop technical approaches, and assign tasks to others based on strengths.
- Strong technical writing, customer briefing, and communication skills.
- Experience leading or supporting business development activities.
Qualifications- MS in Aerospace Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience working in defense industry roles.
- Active TS/SCI security clearance (highly preferred).
- Ability to work independently with guidance required only for the most complex situations.
Physical Requirements- On-site at Alexandria, VA. Possibility of working remotely 1-2 days/week depending on contract work.
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