Lead Communications Engineer: SIGINT Modeling and Simulation

The Aerospace Corporation•Chantilly, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a SIGINT/Communications Modeling and Simulation Engineer to evaluate space-based intelligence architectures within the Communication and Ground Architectures Performance Department. The role applies expertise in signals intelligence, mission management, and resource allocation to support requirements verification, analyses of alternatives, and mission performance modeling that informs national security decisions. The position leads technical analysis teams, coordinates complex tasks with customers, mentors junior staff, translates customer needs into project objectives, and conducts end-to-end performance evaluations using in-house or internally developed tools. The engineer also prepares and presents technically accurate reports and presentations to technical leads, management, and customers. This full-time role requires at least four days per week onsite in Chantilly, Virginia, and requires a current, active TS/SCI security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, mathematics, or a related technical discipline from an accredited school.
At least 8 years of industry experience.
Demonstrated experience leading engineering studies and analysis teams, managing or coordinating complex technical tasks, and translating customer needs into tasks for team members.
Professional experience with space-related modeling, communication or ground architectures, data network modeling, scheduling algorithms and operations, or mission management.
Knowledge of at least one national security space or intelligence mission area: communication and ground infrastructures, signals intelligence, geo-spatial intelligence, space surveillance, navigation systems, or space protection.
Experience with at least one software language, such as MATLAB, Python, or C++.
Current and active TS/SCI security clearance.
U.S. citizenship, required to obtain a security clearance.
Ability to work onsite at least four days per week in Chantilly, Virginia.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in one of the specified fields of study.
Significant experience in one or more of the listed functional or mission areas.
Technical knowledge of SIGINT satellite systems or payloads and relevant mission knowledge.
Modeling and simulation experience in RF link budgets, mission management, or satellite scheduling and resource allocation.
Knowledge of Intelligence Community or U.S. Department of Defense business practices, acquisition policies, or space mission portfolios.
Proficiency in one or more software languages, such as MATLAB, Python, or C++.
Current TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.

Responsibilities

Lead analysis teams and develop recommendations for research, development, and acquisition decisions concerning legacy and emerging customer communication and ground architectures.
Coordinate complex technical tasks with customers and manage resources to staff and execute projects efficiently.
Mentor junior staff in one or more department focus areas.
Independently translate customer needs into project objectives and provide technical evaluations.
Conduct end-to-end performance evaluations and analyses of alternatives using in-house or internally developed analysis tools.
Develop and present timely, technically accurate presentations and reports that clearly communicate analysis results to technical leads, management, and customers.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
401(k) plan with company-paid contributions of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service, plus matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested upon hire.
Flexible spending accounts.
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
Relocation assistance.
Professional growth and development programs.
Education assistance programs.
Inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.