Castelion
Mission Design Engineer
Torrance, CA +1 · Full-time · Posted Sep 7, 2026
- Location
- Torrance, CA
19951 Mariner Ave, Torance, CA 90503 - Experience
- 2+ years in mission analysis, operational analysis, systems engineering, or aerospace/defense modeling & simulation.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or related field.
About the job
Leads mission-level analysis and system design, using simulations and prototype testing to guide requirements, engineering tradeoffs, and performance improvements in aerospace and defense systems.
What you'll do
- Develop mission simulations, assess operational effectiveness, and translate mission needs into system requirements and design trades.
- Correlate simulation results with ground and flight test data; support prototype integration, flight tests, and live-fire events.
- Collaborate across engineering disciplines and communicate mission insights through design reviews, briefings, and customer engagements.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or a related field.
- Experience with AFSIM, EADSIM, or similar tools.
- Experience translating mission needs into engineering requirements and design trades.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with aerospace or defense systems, such as missiles, aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicles.
Tools
AFSIM, EADSIM, STK, MATLAB/Simulink
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