Weapons Systems Aerospace Engineer

[{"postlocation":1,"expyears":"10+","priority":1,"IntNotes":"","relocate":0,"status":"Normal","salary":"","jobshift":"","country":"USA","joblanguage":"","aflag":1,"statusdate":"May, 27 2026 14:37:10","salaryrange":"","eeoc_job_cat":2,"fullStateName":"Alabama","cid":85347,"jobq_num":"62016,20596,22210,62300","baseurl":"kratosdefense.submit4jobs.com","department":16686,"jobkeyword":"Monte-Carlo, C++, Python, MATLAB","JobHours":"","dname":"DES","postingdate":"May, 20 2026 09:48:21","fullCountryName":"United States","buid":2382,"bugroupid":"","JobDisplayLang":"","degree":"bad","posted":0,"location":"","collegepost":0,"startdate":"","numopening":1,"state":"AL","fkcategory_id":2401,"reqsexp":"

JOB SKILLS:

rn

rn

• Demonstrated experience developing 6-DOF aerodynamic models including force and moment coefficient databases for flight simulation and guidance system evaluation rn
• Proven track record leading technical teams on missile development programs from conceptual design through flight test or production rn
• Hands-on experience with aerodynamic prediction tools including Missile DATCOM, panel methods, engineering analysis codes, or semi-empirical prediction techniques rn
• Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Python, or similar languages for data analysis, tool development, and design optimization rn
• Direct involvement in air-breathing propulsion integration for ramjet, scramjet, or turbine-powered missile systems (highly desired) rn
• Monte-Carlo analysis plans and execution rn
• Proficient in C/C++, Python, and MATLAB rn
• Good communication skills rn
• Ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance rn

rn

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

rn

rn

• MS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with a focus in aerodynamics and propulsion. rn
• 10+ years relevant professional experience rn

","jobbenefit":"

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

","customFieldsAll":[{"abbrFname":"Trav","fvalue":"","custid":2105,"fname":"Travel Requirement"},{"abbrFname":"Comp","fvalue":"","custid":2116,"fname":"Compensation"},{"abbrFname":"CAP","fvalue":"Weapon Systems","custid":2182,"fname":"Capabilities"}],"bugroupname":"","reqexp":"","travel":0,"jid":368690,"jobduration":"","zipcode":35805,"job_title":"Weapons Systems Aerospace Engineer","customFields":[{"abbrFname":"Trav","fvalue":"","custid":2105,"fname":"Travel Requirement"},{"abbrFname":"Comp","fvalue":"","custid":2116,"fname":"Compensation"},{"abbrFname":"CAP","fvalue":"Weapon Systems","custid":2182,"fname":"Capabilities"}],"BusinessUnitName":"KDRSS","jobcurrency":"USD","jobtype":"Full-Time/Regular","city":"Huntsville","joblevel":4,"companyname":"Kratos Defense","salarytype":0,"jobdescription":"

Kratos Defense Rocket Support Services is seeking a Subject Matter Expert in high-speed missile system design for advanced weapon systems. Responsibilities include developing 6-DOF aerodynamic models, coordinating wind tunnel programs, and managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams on long range strike and air-breathing propulsion missile programs. May require up to 25% travel to support launch operations.

n

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

n

n

• Lead aerodynamic design and analysis for advanced high-speed missile systems from conceptual design through flight test, including air-breathing propulsion integration, control surface optimization, and stability & control evaluation n
• Develop and maintain high-fidelity aerodynamic models including complete 6-DOF force and moment databases, uncertainty quantification models, and pseudo-6DOF Monte Carlo simulations for trajectory analysis and guidance system evaluation n
• Execute computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analyses using STAR-CCM+, OVERFLOW, Kestrel, and other solver tools to predict aerodynamic performance, optimize inlet designs, characterize unsteady flow phenomena, and resolve shock-boundary layer interactions n
• Plan, coordinate, and execute wind tunnel test programs including test article design, facility coordination, instrumentation planning, data acquisition oversight, and post-test data analysis and reporting n
• Create physics-based models of flight systems for use in trajectory simulations. n
• Lead multi-disciplinary integrated product teams as the aerodynamic technical authority, facilitating weekly technical reviews, mitigating technical risks, evaluating schedules, and ensuring alignment between aerodynamic requirements and system-level performance objectives n
• Generate test plans, test procedures and test reports. n
• Develop custom engineering tools and optimization algorithms using MATLAB, Python, and other programming languages to automate aerodynamic design processes, perform trade studies, and efficiently evaluate large design spaces n
• Participate in full system integration tests and vehicle launch activities. n
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff on aerodynamic prediction methodologies, CFD best practices, design tool utilization, and missile system integration considerations while contributing to organizational capability development n

n

n

","trackingcode":"85347-368690"}]