Control Systems Engineering Specialist

Aerojet is a world-recognized aerospace and defense leader principally serving the missile and space propulsion, and defense and armaments markets. We are seeking an experienced Control Systems Engineering Specialist for our Woodland Hills California site to perform control system engineering assignments requiring a broad understanding of controls engineering principles and a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Work with integrated product teams in a development/low rate production environment. Define rocket propulsion control system architecture and objectives. Perform preliminary sizing analysis and transient/steady state analysis for rocket propulsion systems using system simulation software tools including Matlab/Simulink and custom software applications. Performs functional analysis and conducts system trade studies. Select concept baselines that optimize cost/benefit trades. Develop control system algorithms, and assesses system fault tolerance, and health monitoring. Develop rocket propulsion hardware and software requirements. Responsible for derivation of internal requirements, requirements allocation, and compliance management. Define verification plans using customer requirements and contract statement of work (SOW). Support propulsion systems development tests and verification testing through planning and coordination for rocket propulsion system (solid and/or liquid propellant) test setup, conduct, and perform data reduction. Create software applications using several programming languages (Fortran, C+, Visual Basic, etc.) and other software that wrap analytical tools and optimize propulsion systems. To qualify you must have: - A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or appropriate controls related discipline/science with coursework in propulsion systems and linear/digital controls. Advanced degree preferred - Nine (9) years of experience in propulsion systems and linear/digital controls (or equivalent combination of education and experience). - Rocket propulsion industry technical experience preferred, especially with control systems. - Experience with Matlab/Simulink desired. - Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship). Aerojet offers a challenging work environment, a comprehensive relocation package and excellent benefits, including a 401(k) with company matching, an employer paid pension plan and educational assistance. Please apply online at www.aerojet.com/careers using the job number listed for each position. Principals only. EOE. M/F/D/V.