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Sierra Nevada Corporation

Global aerospace and defense contractor

Aerospace Engineer 2

Aerospace EngineeringPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeLone Tree, CO, USA$99.1k - $136.2k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field is required.
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience is required; a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • Basic knowledge of engineering principles and practices is required.
  • Familiarity with Computer-Aided Engineering tools, such as Computational Fluid Dynamics simulations, is required.
  • Experience working in multidisciplinary design and development teams is required.
  • The role requires the ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
  • The role requires the ability to travel up to 10%.
  • U.S. citizenship is required, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required for employment.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop aerospace components and systems with minimal supervision.
  • Conduct detailed analysis and testing to ensure product performance and safety.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges.
  • Generate and review technical documentation and reports.
  • Participate in and lead design reviews.
  • Ensure project milestones are met on time and within budget.
  • Stay updated with industry trends and technological advancements.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree in Aerospace Engineering is preferred.
  • Experience with advanced simulation tools and software is preferred.
  • Exposure to engineering simulation, such as Computational Fluid Dynamics and Thermal Analysis using tools such as StarCCM+, is preferred.
  • Understanding of aircraft external loads and aircraft performance is preferred.
  • Familiarity with wind tunnel and aircraft flight testing is preferred.
  • A background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry is preferred.
  • Understanding of system-level static and dynamic modeling and simulation is preferred.
  • Exposure to aircraft stability principles and control system design and analysis is preferred.
  • Knowledge of industry-standard aerospace principles, including parametric design, model-based definition, and fundamentals of flight mechanics, is preferred.

About the Company

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Global aerospace and defense contractor

Sierra Nevada Corporation is a private, global aerospace and national security company serving the U.S. government and other customers with complex engineering projects. Its products include the Dream Chaser spaceplane, a reusable, runway-landing spacecraft developed after SpaceDev’s 2008 acquisition to carry cargo and later crew to low-Earth orbit under NASA contracts. The company differentiates itself through a long-term, acquisition-driven growth strategy, steady execution, and private ownership by the Ozmen family, with the Sierra Space spin-off in 2021 focusing on spaceflight and commercial ventures. Its goal is to solve tough engineering challenges for customers and become a leading partner in defense and space exploration.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Sparks, NV
Founded
1963

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