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Senior Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

Chantilly, VA | El Segundo, US$166k – $250konsite

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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-enabled mission effects.  

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 PNT Modeling & Simulation Senior Engineering Specialist that will lead the development and use of sophisticated simulation tools in support of requirements verification, analyses-of-alternatives, and performance evaluation for navigation and positioning systems.    

Work Model :  

This is a full-time position based in Chantilly   VA , Colorado Springs CO,   or El Segundo CA , which requires 100% onsite work.  

What You’ll Be Doing :    

• Act as a senior technical advisor for department and subdivision-level management and staff in the areas of   PNT architecture and   g eolocation , independently translating customer needs into   strategic   objectives and providing technical evaluations.  

• Work side-by-side with the Aerospace program office and interface with government leaders, contractors, other government agencies, other program offices, and the Aerospace Engineering and Technical Group (ETG) to address issues and provide the customer with the best available technical analyses and recommendations.  

• Assemble and   lead   multi-disciplinary technical   teams driving recommendations for research, development, and acquisition decisions for legacy and emerging navigation and positioning systems .   This includes coordinating ETG support,   tracking team performance, and reviewing team products for quality and accuracy to meet   on time deliverables.  

• Oversee the execution of development and sustainment plans for the organization’s M&S tools and capabilities,   streamlining capabilities and   driving innovation to meet future needs .  

• Serve as a technical mentor to junior staff in one or more department focus areas, coordinating training and delivering a strategy for maintaining bench depth in department capabilities.  

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

What You Need to be Successful :  

Minimum Requirements for the   Senior   Engineering Specialist:  

• B.S degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, mathematics, or   related   discipline from an accredited school .  

• 10+   years of   progressive relevant academic, professional, technical work experience .  

• Professional experience with one or more of the following subjects: space-related modeling and simulation, geolocation, mission data processing, signal processing, space threats, resilient systems, advanced PNT technologies, algorithm design, software development, or mathematical modeling.  

• Proficiency with one or more software languages that may include Python, C++,   Fortran,   or MATLAB .  

• Demonstrated technical leadership, personal accountability, and adaptability to changing customer expectations  

• Knowledge in one or more of these specific national security space or intelligence mission areas: signals intelligence,   space surveillance,   geo-spatial intelligence, or space protection  

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI 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  

• Current TS/SCI   with polygraph  

• Significant experience in one or more of the functional/mission areas listed above.   

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

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) $166,400.00 - $249,600.00

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 inc

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