Level 3 Communications, Inc

Specialist, Systems Engineer Control Analyst

Level 3 Communications, Inc$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 4 years Control Systems Analysis experience or Graduate Degree with 6 years experience or 8 years in lieu of a degree.
  • Strong background in control theory and propulsion theory.
  • Familiarity with Matlab/Simulink and C/C++.
  • Ability to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Model and simulate propulsion systems dynamics.
  • Design and develop control algorithms for propulsion systems.
  • Conduct actuation system analysis and modeling.
  • Perform steady state and transient performance assessments.
  • Support the development of hardware/software requirements for rocket propulsion systems.
  • Create test plans and procedures for propulsion system testing.
  • Analyze test data and support coordination with avionics and software engineering.

Benefits

  • 9/80 work schedule allows for every other Friday off.
  • Collaborative environment with a focus on advanced propulsion technology.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense projects.
  • Possibility for professional development and growth in a specialized field.
  • Potential for travel to offsite testing locations.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Specialist, Control Systems Analysis Engineer (Systems Engineer)

Job Code: 38007

Job Location: Huntsville, AL

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

The Missile Solutions Missile Propulsion sector is seeking an experienced Control Systems Analysis Engineer to join our Systems Engineering organization in a full-time position. This engineering role primarily involves modeling and analysis of multiple ongoing and future controllable solid propulsion / throttling solid rocket technology development programs.

Essential Functions:

  • Dynamic modeling and simulation, control algorithm design and development of propulsion systems.
  • Actuation system modeling and analysis.
  • Steady state and transient performance modeling and analysis.
  • Modeling and analysis in Matlab/Simulink and C/C++.
  • Support development of rocket propulsion hardware and software requirements, including coordination of derivation of internal requirements allocation.
  • Support propulsion system testing, including test plan and test procedure development, pre-test predictions, integration of electronic test support equipment, and development of test-related software.
  • Support coordination with avionics and software engineering.
  • Perform test data analysis.
  • Travel: 10% - Offsite testing as required.
  • Ability to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior Control Systems Analysis experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior Control Systems Analysis experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of prior Control Systems Analysis experience.


Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems Engineering or related technical discipline is preferred.
  • Active U.S Secret Security Clearance is preferred.
  • Experience working in a classified environment.
  • Expertise with Matlab/Simulink, C/C++, control theory, and propulsion theory is highly desired.
  • Propulsion system experience (propulsion system controls, design, integration, testing)
  • Experience in post-test data analysis.
  • Demonstrated leadership competency and solid communication skills, in both verbal and written.

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