Ignite is an ISO 9001:2015 and CMMI Services Level 3 certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), headquartered in Huntsville, AL. By design, Ignite is a provider of professional services to customers in educational, federal, and commercial industries and in every action seeks to be the preeminent provider within this business space. Ignite upholds our values of competency, collaboration, innovation, reliability, and results through everything we do. 

Ignite is currently seeking a driven, detail-oriented Aerospace Engineer to join our team supporting our government partner. This position is expected to be onsite within a government facility.

Responsibilities include: 

• Analyze aerospace products as well as equipment specifications and performance requirements 

• Review/assess new technologies for application to improving design of aerospace systems 

• Receive design requests and draft designs 

• Work collaboratively with team members to verify efficiency and functionality of designs 

• Utilize drafting tools to test and verify designs 

• Research and report on new technology implementations 

• Coordinate with various departments and other staff on design projects 

• Generate and deliver reports to managers and senior-level officers 

• Travel to conferences and meetings related to ongoing and proposed projects 

• Offer troubleshooting assistance to other engineers and staff 

Job Requirements and Qualifications: 

PhD with 5 years’ experience, Master’s with 8 years’ experience, or bachelor’s with 10 years’ experience 

• Experience working with in Astrophysics 

• Experience with software’s such as MATLAB, Python, and STK 

• Experience with modeling and mathematics 

• Advanced knowledge with foreign capabilities 

• Knowledge in designs, development, and testing of structures and systems for aircraft, missiles, or spacecraft 

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

• Strong technical writing and briefing skills

Security Clearance Requirements:

Must have an active Top Secret/SCI Clearance or the ability to obtain one. 

Education Requirements: 

Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or Astrophysics 

Other Requirements: 

Must be a US citizen and be able to obtain and hold an active Security Clearance 

Estimated Salary Range: $75,000 to $175,000 depending on experience