Rocket Trajectory Analyst Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This analyst in the Operations Analysis Group (aka "Possum Works") will join a dynamic team environment with a unique culture supporting a myriad of Program and Independent Research and Development (IRAD) tasks. The chemistry of the team is critical to our success. The candidate is expected to be highly motivated to solve strike and missile defense problems at the conceptual level. The candidate will be expected to interface with senior analysts and program leadership. This person will be responsible for supporting propulsion modeling for friendly and adversary boosters, trajectory generation, code development, conducting analysis runs, and maintenance of post processors for the Missile Defense Toolkit simulation suite. Most importantly, the candidate will be expected to interpret results, draw conclusions, and make recommendations based on the data they have collected. This person will develop an understanding of Strike and Missile Defense system simulations and analysis. Responsibilities include:
• Applying knowledge of the physical principles of solid and liquid rocket boosters to model friendly and adversary missiles;
• Developing a working knowledge of Missile Defense system functions, scientific principles, technologies, and operations;
• Translating interceptor, radar, and battle management concepts into simulation input;
• Support the operation maintaining of simulation codes;
• Generating output to support analysis products;
• Developing MATLAB models of algorithms, optimization techniques, hit-to-kill physics and data processors;
• Working in a fast paced, high work volume, highly technical, small team environment;
• Working across LINUX and Windows operating systems.
Basic Qualifications
• STEM bachelors degree or related field with a strong understanding of physics fundamentals
• Strong MATLAB skills
• Knowledge of the physical principles of solid and liquid rocket motors
• Experience on detailed technical assignments often requiring learning or developing advanced math models and algorithms
• US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance, with ability to receive and maintain a Top Secret Clearance
Desired skills
• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field
• Bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering
• Strong C++ or other modern programming language software development skills
• Knowledge of missile defense weapon, C2BMC, and sensor systems
• Missile defense threat knowledge
• Experience with AFSIM and STK
• GNC (Guidance, Navigation, Control) experience
• Experience with high fidelity missile defense modeling and integration
• Experience with modeling radars using physics-based modeling
• GIT/Software Configuration Management experience
• Experience in Machine Learning
• Experience in trajectory optimization software (including POST II, LMOpt)
• Advanced technical degree
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $73,400 - $129,260. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $84,300 - $146,165. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.