Modeling and Simulation Communications Engineer
About The Position
The Aerospace Corporation is hiring an Engineering Specialist in the Communications and Ground Architecture Performance Department (CGAPD), within the Integrated Performance Subdivision of the Enterprise Effects Division. The department delivers modeling, simulation, and analysis solutions that inform decisions about the design, acquisition, and evolution of space communication and ground systems for customers including the USAF/USSF, the Intelligence Community, and other government organizations. The role performs and leads analysis supporting research, development, and acquisition decisions for legacy and emerging customer communication and ground architectures. It involves coordinating technical work and resources, translating customer needs into project objectives, conducting end-to-end performance evaluations and analyses of alternatives with in-house or internally developed tools, and communicating results through presentations and reports. The engineer also mentors junior staff. The position requires at least four days per week onsite in Chantilly, Virginia; Colorado Springs, Colorado; or El Segundo, California.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, mathematics, or a related discipline from an accredited school.
- At least 6 years of industry experience, including 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 in one or more national security space or intelligence mission areas: communication and ground infrastructures, signals intelligence, geo-spatial intelligence, space surveillance, navigation systems, or space protection.
- Experience with one or more software languages, which may include Python, C++, or MATLAB.
- Current and active TS/SCI clearance.
- Ability to work onsite at least four days per week in Chantilly, Virginia; Colorado Springs, Colorado; or El Segundo, California.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate degree in one of the listed fields of study.
- Significant experience in one or more of the listed functional or mission areas.
- Knowledge of Intelligence Community or U.S. Department of Defense business practices, acquisition policies, or space mission portfolios.
- Proficiency with one or more software languages, which may include Python, C++, or MATLAB.
- Current TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
Responsibilities
- Perform analysis and lead teams making recommendations for research, development, and acquisition decisions concerning legacy and emerging customer communication and ground architectures.
- Coordinate complex technical tasks among customers and manage resources to staff and execute projects efficiently.
- Serve as a technical mentor to 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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
