Space Enterprise Optimization 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   wide-ranging   and 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 Space Enterprise Design and Optimization Department (SEDOD) is in EED’s Enterprise Design Subdivision (EDS). We bring to bear   expertise   in a wide variety of fields to tackle tough problems and explore novel ideas, focusing on the performance modeling, analysis, and optimization of orbits, mission architectures, and acquisition portfolios to inform the future of the national space enterprise .      

As part of SEDOD and EDS, a n   Engineering Specialist   ( Engineering Integration   –   Modeling and Simulation Engineering ) will employ and develop sophisticated simulation tools to perform space and ground design, optimization, and analysis in support of architecture concept trade studies, requirements verification, analyses-of-alternatives, and performance modeling. They will act as a technical expert for a portfolio of high-impact projects, in addition to working on teams and collaborating with other analysts to expand their domain knowledge.  

Work Model  

This is a full-time position based in   El Segundo, CA;   Chantilly, VA ;   or Colorado Springs, CO, offering an in-person work model that combines 4 or more regular onsite workdays per week and remote flexibility as the business needs allow .        

What   You’ll   Be Doing  

• Serv ing   as key technical   expert   and point of contact   for department   projects   in the area of   space architecture design and optimization ,   trade space exploration, and vehicle design  

• Leveraging in-house and commercial- and government-off-the-shelf engineering analysis tools to deliver technical insights through analytical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments in department focus areas  

• Contributing to the development of analysis software tools and actively pursuing opportunities to enhance and improve existing simulation and analysis capabilities for a wide range of customers  

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

• Building and   maintaining   a strong base   of customers and collaborators for the department through effective working relationships with cross-organization partners, government customers, and contractor teammates  

• Supporting department growth by technical mentoring of junior staff members in one or more department capability areas  

• Occasional travel to support customer efforts  

What You Need to be Successful   

Minimum   Requirements for the   Engineering Specialist  

• B.S. degree in aerospace, astronautical, or mechanical engineering, physics, operations research, mathematics, or a related field of science or engineering  

• 6 or more   years of relevant and progressive professional or academic experience     

• Expertise   in   one or more of the following: optimization techniques, s atellite constellation design ,   orbital mechanics, mathematics related to satellite access geometry , or space vehicle design  

• Experience with modeling and simulation tools in support of architecture assessment, analysis of alternatives,   constellation design   and optimization ,   orbital analysis,   network design,   or   space   security and defense  

• Significant history of consistent contribution to multiple substantial technical analytical or development projects through their successful fruition   

• A history that shows personal accountability, a willingness to learn and self-correct, and an ability to adapt to changing customer expectations   

• Knowledge of Python, C, C++, M ATLAB , or another programming language  

• This position requires the ability to obtain and   maintain   a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with CI polygraph, which is issued by the US 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:  

• A graduate degree in aerospace, astronautical, or mechanical engineering, operations research, mathematics, or a related field of science or engineering   

• Work history in one of these specific national security space or intelligence mission areas: geo-spatial intelligence, signals intelligence,   missile warning/tracking/defense,   space surveillance, space protection, or satellite communication networks supporting defense or intelligence capabilities  

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

• Current TS/SCI access with current CI 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

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