Aerospace Modeling & Simulation Analyst (TS/SCI)

Maxaar•Herndon, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vantor is seeking Aerospace analysts to perform high fidelity modeling and simulation of satellites, aircraft, and their ISR sensor suites for a variety of government and commercial customers. Tasks would involve instantiating complex vignettes, architecting studies and trades, developing tools for data analysis, performing detailed Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) checks of simulation input and results, and presenting your results to senior-level decision-makers and customers. Strong problem-solving and thinking skills are required to quickly update existing models and scenarios to reflect the unique capabilities and solutions being considered. You should be able to work both independently and in team environments. These studies will be conducted in support of government and industry customers in the greater Northern Virginia/Washington, D.C./Maryland area.

Requirements

US citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance are mandatory.
Bachelors degree from an accredited college/university, in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science.
Willing to work on-site.

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree in Engineering or a related field.
Working knowledge of the theory and applications of astrodynamics, remote sensing, spacecraft design, aerospace systems operations, complex systems integration.
Experience with the design, development and software implementation of complex mathematical algorithms.
Ability to develop stand alone engineering tools/scripts via Python and/or Excel.
Ability to identify, analyze, resolve technical risks and issues, develop technical reports, and collaborate with government and other stakeholders to implement recommended solutions.
Ability to communicate and establish collaborative relationships with both clients and teammates to achieve program goals.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Highly motivated and dynamic work ethic with a strong desire to contribute to the mission.

Responsibilities

Perform high fidelity modeling and simulation of satellites, aircraft, and their ISR sensor suites.
Instantiate complex vignettes.
Architect studies and trades.
Develop tools for data analysis.
Perform detailed Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) checks of simulation input and results.
Present results to senior-level decision-makers and customers.
Quickly update existing models and scenarios to reflect unique capabilities and solutions.
Work both independently and in team environments.