AEROSPACE ENGINEER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Published: Nov 13, 2024 - The Aerospace Engineer possesses extensive expertise in aerospace engineering, specializing in the design, simulation, and performance analysis of endo-atmospheric missile systems with a focus on flight dynamics and high-speed flight stresses. This position is experienced in developing mathematical models to characterize flight behaviors and applying principles of guidance, navigation, and control to both supersonic and hypersonic missile technologies. Well-versed in systems engineering of complex defense systems, with advanced knowledge in numerical modeling using languages such as MATLAB, and a strong background in ballistic and advanced threat systems.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Aerospace Engineer Resume
  • Aerodynamics
  • Propulsion Systems
  • Structural Analysis
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
  • Aircraft Design
  • Systems Engineering
  • Flight Mechanics
  • Control Systems
  • Materials Science
  • Problem Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Time Management
  • Creativity
  • Project Management
  • Decision-Making

Summary of Aerospace Engineer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BS in Aerospace Engineering with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience in object-oriented software development languages and processes (C++, agile)
  • Experience in at least one of the following areas Modeling and Simulation of systems and platforms, Radars, Missiles, Integrated Air Defense Systems (IADS), Aircraft, Helicopters, Satellites, Ships, Submarines, and Vehicles Analysis at the Survivability, Lethality, Vulnerability, Engagement, and/or Mission Level
  • Experience in one of the following areas Electronic Warfare (EW), Infrared (IR)/Electro-Optical(EO)/Acoustic Modeling/Analysis, Red and/or Blue CONOPs and TTPs, Wargaming
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance
  • Experience with a variety of analytical and computational methods, including classical and modern statistics, differential equations, and linear algebra as applied in control theory, equations of motion, and autopilot design.
  • Ability to demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a willingness to learn and apply new methods by the requested analysis approach.
  • Develop software to model the behavior of systems in real-time and constructive simulations.
  • Create and apply knowledge of tactics, techniques, and procedures to support blue/red kill chains across multiple security environments, advanced programs, architectures, and platforms.
  • Customer-focused attitude with a high level of professionalism and discretion. 
  • Ability to work effectively with management and part of a team to meet targets. 

2. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 3 years of Experience

  • Satellite mission operations, integration, and/or systems engineering experience
  • Strong Math/Physics/Statistics background with data analytics experience
  • Demonstrated capability to proactively work through difficult technical problems
  • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with briefing experience
  • Experience working as part of larger teams
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance
  • Ability to perform all stated/implied duties within the level/tier and those reasonably derived from preceding levels
  • Directly related ICBM experience
  • Experience in ICBM Fuzes
  • Good writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience with hand tools and machine shop tools

3. BA in Physics with 5 years of Experience

  • Knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, and systems.
  • Ability to communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design, production, and support of products, services, or other deliverables.
  • Experience establishing test requirements from supporting documentation, test plans, internal and external customers.
  • Knowledge of domestic and international regulations (e.g. FAA and DOD regulations) on the certification of test articles/vehicles to assure compliance of design.
  • Ability to apply technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
  • Ability to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
  • Ability to follow established procedures.
  • Ability to contribute to the completion of milestones associated with specific projects.
  • Ability to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Knowledge and understanding of phases of the system development lifecycle including (requirements definition, system design, build/integrate, test and deployment).

4. BS in Electrical Engineering with 2 years of Experience

  • Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T) experience
  • PLM experience in Teamcenter and or ENOVIA
  • Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and written
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Experience working as an engineer on a multi-disciplined team with frequent interaction with co-workers
  • Proficiency in mission analytical tools (e.g., MATLAB, STK)
  • Strong analytical problem-solving background
  • Experience developing modeling and simulation tools
  • Flexible and adaptable within a dynamic work environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, management, and peers

5. BS in Aeronautical Engineering with 6 years of Experience

  • Experience as an engineering or aerospace analyst for the DoD or IC
  • Demonstrated experience working in the space domain
  • Strong leadership skills, ability to lead and work in a team environment
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Experience authoring reports, assessments, and responses to requests for information, talking points, briefings, and other products.
  • Knowledge of the DoD, IC, and other USG organizations with space equities
  • Experience interacting with and briefing SES and Flag Officer level leaders
  • Experience conducting advanced research into national security concepts and strategies
  • Knowledge of Defence Airworthiness processes and certification
  • Strong Systems Safety Engineering experience (MIL-STD-882 or equivalent)
  • Excellent knowledge in requirements elicitation, design, development, testing and release of production-quality software

6. BS in Computer Engineering with 3 years of Experience

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoE Q clearance
  • Experience in defense, aerospace and/or weapon systems
  • Working knowledge/experience in state estimation, Kalman/particle filtering, sensor fusion, trajectory shaping, path planning, miss distance performance optimization, and kinematic and aerodynamic reentry vehicle flight system analysis.
  • Experience in developing linearized models from nonlinear flight dynamics
  • Experience in reentry vehicle flight dynamics analysis
  • Experience in digital and modern control systems, dynamics, and signal processing
  • Experience in crafting Monte Carlo, covariance, hardware-in-the-loop, and 6DOF simulation environments
  • Experience working effectively in a collaborative and interdisciplinary team environment
  • Critical thinking, synthesis and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to prioritize, lead, and complete projects within appropriate scope and timeframe

7. BA in Mathematics with 4 years of Experience

  • Strong aerospace engineering background in flight dynamics, especially focused on endo-atmospheric design characteristics and performance analysis of missile systems
  • Strong knowledge of stressing system behaviors for high-speed flight
  • Experience developing and/or contributing to the development of mathematical-based modeling to characterize flight behaviors
  • Experience with guidance, navigation and control principles of missile systems
  • Experience designing, modeling and simulating super-sonic and hypersonic missile systems
  • Ability to design, model and analyze experience of ground-to-air and air-to-air interceptors
  • Strong numerical modeling and simulation capability using a high-level programming language such as MATLAB, Python, FORTRAN, or a similar language environment
  • Knowledge of ballistic and advanced threat systems (e.g., aero-maneuvering, hypersonic, hyper-glide, countermeasures), a discriminator in selection
  • Systems engineering experience with large, complex systems
  • Knowledge of aviation or safety-related software certification

8. BS in Civil Engineering with 5 years of Experience

  • Knowledge and mastery of the theories, principles, practices, and techniques of aerospace engineering supplemented with statistical analysis, modeling/simulation, and/or other scientific concepts, principles, standards, methods, techniques, practices, and procedures skills gained through on the job experience,
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of agency/interagency, DoD, and national-level doctrine, regulations, policies, guidelines, requirements, and initiatives related to assigned program(s) and/or project(s)
  • Advanced and detailed knowledge regarding the design and operation of signal data collection and processing equipment to determine system capabilities and how the equipment may affect the quality and fidelity of the collected data.
  • Keen knowledge of security procedures to maintain control of classified material.
  • Advanced skill in applying engineering principles while conducting unbiased/difficult research/analysis, identifying appropriate data sources, and leveraging partner agency capabilities to identify, investigate, and resolve complex issues or problems, and modify standard practices and techniques to solve complex interrelated issues to address specific tasks/intelligence gaps.
  • Ability to lead, execute, and/or delegate various tasks to junior analysts
  • Problem analysis, determining significant factors, gathering of pertinent data, and development of solutions to accomplish a finished intelligence product under conditions of tight timelines, urgency, and pressure.
  • Skill, judgment, resourcefulness, originality, and ability to foresee the impact of using technology for automation.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to produce highly technical reports, position papers, and briefings
  • Resolve conflicts based on mature judgment, experience, patience, and calm
  • Effectively negotiate complex issues, execute and organize work tasks