Remote Sensing Architecture Performance Analyst Engineer

About this role

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace’s strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division   leverages   a broad array of engineering disciplines against a dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities .    

The Surveillance and Navigation Architecture Performance Department (SNAPD) in the Integrated Performance Subdivision aspires to be the premier force  advising  the evolution of national security and civil space enterprises,  leveraging  our modeling and simulation (M&S)  expertise  to evaluate end-to-end architecture performance.   

We are   seeking   a   Remote Sensing   Architecture Performance Analyst   that will make use of sophisticated   modeling and   simulation tools in support of requirements verification, analyses-of-alternatives ( AoA ), and performance modeling for space-based   remote   sensing   architectures.   

Work Model:   

100% onsite at one of the three major Aerospace Corporation locations in Chantilly   VA,   or   El Segundo CA,   or Colorado Springs CO.  

What   You’ll   Be Doing :  

• Support analysis   in one   or more   of these specific mission areas: geo-spatial intelligence, signals intelligence, space surveillance,   navigation systems,   and/or   space protection supporting defense or intelligence capabilities.  

• Provide analysis to support recommendations for research, development, and acquisition decisions of legacy and emerging customer space -based sensing   architectures.  

• Perform   architecture   evaluation   model ing overall performance   using   in-house or   custom-developed analysis tools.  

• Work   closely   with   senior staff, management, and a team to translate customer needs into project   objectives   and   provide   quality controlled and assured deliverables to customer organizations  

• Develop and present   timely   and technically   accurate   presentations and reports that clearly communicate analysis results and provide recommended solutions to technical leads, management, and customers.   

• Grow   awareness   of   analysis outcomes to   provide initial assessments   when needed   and defend unanticipated results to   both internal and external stakeholders .  

• Aid in sustainment, development, and growth of the organization’s analysis and simulation capabilities to support   increasing   functional areas for our diverse customer base.  

What You Need to be Successful :    

Minimum   Requirements   for   Member of Technical Staff :  

• B.S.   degree in aerospace engineering, physics, operations research, mathematics, or a related field from an accredited program.    

• Over one year of professional experience   in relevant   topic areas (e.g., modeling and simulation, mission analysis, astrodynamics,   or space operations.)  

• Familiarity   with one or more software languages that may include Python,   C/ C ++ ,   and/or   High-Performance Computing /Linux   environments .   

• This position requires the ability to obtain and   maintain   a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is   required   to obtain a security clearance.  

How You Can Stand Out :    

It would be impressive if you   have   one or more of these:  

• Graduate degree in one of the fields of study mentioned above     

• Significant, firsthand work history in   one or more of   the functional/mission areas listed above.  

• Academic   or professional   background in systems engineering, modeling & simulation, or   space-based remote sensing   architectures.  

• Demonstrated responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, to include the ability to:    

• Self-manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and deliverables   

• Maintain deliverable quality and manage customer expectations  

• Take direction, work independently, and develop productive working relationships   

• Interact and collaborate across a diverse team in   different locations  

• Knowledge of Intelligence Community or U.S. Department of Defense business practices, acquisition policies, or space mission portfolios.   

• Current   TS/ SCI access with polygraph.  

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max) $86,600.00 - $129,800.00

Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: • Operate Strategically • Lead Change    • Engage with Impact    • Foster Innovation    • Deliver Results  

Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include: • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

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