Space Architecture Performance Modeling & Simulation Specialist

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-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   Space Architecture Performance   Specialist   that will   lead the development and maintenance   of sophisticated simulation tools in support of requirements verification, analyses-of-alternatives, and performance modeling for space-based   remote sensing   architectures.  

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 :    

• Lead teams   to perform   assessments using in-house or internally developed analysis tools   that   driv e   recommendations for research, development, and acquisition decisions   of   legacy and emerging customer   space-based sensing   architectures .  

• Partner   across ETG to   continue   quality M&S standards in department   capabilities   and   maintain   awareness of software requirements and resources .   

• 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.  

• Independently translate customer needs into project   objectives   and instructions for ETG analysts and developers, assemble and lead multi-disciplinary technical teams, track team performance, and review team products for quality and accuracy.   

• 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.  

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

• Support development and sustainment of the organization’s analysis and simulation tools and capabilities .    

What You Need to be Successful :  

Minimum   Requirements for the   Engineering Specialist:  

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

• 8 years of progressively   technical   modeling and simulation experience .  

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

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

• 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.    

In addition to the above, the   minimum   requirements for the   Senior Engineering Specialist   include:   

• 12 years of progressively more detailed modeling and simulation experience  

• 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  

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  

• Technical knowledge of SIGINT satellite systems  

• Familiarity with the next generation SIGINT architecture   or relevant mission knowledge  

• M&S experience in one of these areas:   Performance Assessment,   Geolocation, RF link budgets, Antenna modeling, Signal detection  

• P erformance modeling experi ence   with   at least one space subsystem (antennas, receivers, mission payloads)  

• 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) $129,000.00 - $249,600.00

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