Junior Aerospace Engineer

About the role

Radiance Technologies is seeking a talented aerospace engineer to join the Modeling, Simulation, & Analysis (MS&A) team in Dayton, OH. The engineer will enhance aerospace‑related efforts centered around the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration and Modeling (AFSIM) M&S framework, focusing on simulation of aircraft, missiles, and space vehicles with integrated models for aerodynamics, guidance and controls, flight mechanics, orbital mechanics, propulsion, and sensors. The role involves close collaboration with Government stakeholders and Radiance teammates nationwide supporting Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC), and Intelligence Community (IC) missions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate models for aerodynamics, guidance and controls, flight mechanics, orbital mechanics, propulsion, and sensors within the AFSIM framework.
• Simulate aircraft, missile, and space vehicle missions to support Air Force and intelligence community objectives.
• Collaborate with Government stakeholders and internal teams across the country.
• Contribute to high‑profile, fast‑paced projects and deliver innovative solutions.

Requirements

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Astronautical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• Minimum of a Secret collateral security clearance.
• At least 2 years of aerospace engineering experience.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: Aerodynamics, Guidance and Controls, Flight Mechanics, Propulsion, Hypersonics, Orbital Mechanics.

Desired Qualifications

• Programming experience in C++ or other object‑oriented languages.
• Proficiency with Python or MATLAB.
• Experience modeling and simulating in the aerospace domain.
• Strong mathematical problem‑solving abilities.
• Familiarity with MS&A tools such as AFSIM, Next Generation Threat System (NGTS), and Integrated Threat Analysis and Simulation Environment (ITASE).
• Experience with Design of Experiment (DOE) software (e.g., Dakota, PIANO, Harness for Adaptive Learning (HAL)).
• Use of analytical techniques such as uncertainty quantification, sensitivity analysis, and meta‑model development.
• Experience with statistical software such as JMP.
• Knowledge of modern agile and CI/CD practices.
• Technical writing and documentation experience.
• Familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) security practices.

Benefits

• Employee ownership and generous profit sharing.
• Competitive salaries.
• Full health, dental, life, and vision insurance.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Interesting assignments on cutting‑edge missions.
• Pleasant work environment.