Multi-Objective Architecture Optimization Leader

The Aerospace Corporation•Chantilly, VA

24d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 . We are seeking a Project Leader in Modeling & Simulation Engineering to design and execute studies for a portfolio of high-impact projects across the department and division. Th is leader will direct teams of analysts , providing guidance, structure, and advice while also cultivating technical and leadership skills in the team. Additionally, they will leverage and grow their own domain knowledge by performing space and ground design, optimization, and analysis in support of architecture concept trade studies, requirements verification, and analyses-of-alternatives to meet the most pressing needs of our US Space Force, Intelligence Community, NASA, NOAA, and commercial/international customers. Work Mode l This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, VA; El Segundo, CA; Colorado Springs, CO; or Huntsville, AL , offering a n in-person work model that combines 4 or more regular onsite workdays per week and remote flexibility as the business needs allow .

Requirements

B.S. degree in aerospace, astronautical, or mechanical engineering, physics, operations research, mathematics, or a related field of science or engineering
8+ years of relevant and progressive professional or academic experience
Significant history of consistent contribution to multiple technical , analytical , and/ or development projects through their successful fruition
History of leading teams delivering substantial technical analyses or development efforts in support of customer-driven projects
Background in one or more of the following: optimization techniques, orbital mechanics, satellite constellation performance modeling, or satellite orbit access analysis
Knowledge of Python, C, C++, Matlab , or another programming language
Willing to support occasional travel domestically
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government.
U.S. citizenship is to obtain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

A graduate degree in aerospace, astronautical, or mechanical engineering, physics, operations research, mathematics, or a related field of science or engineering
Experience with Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM) or other agent-based simulations
Work history in one of these specific national security space or intelligence mission areas: missile warning, tracking, and defense; geo-spatial intelligence ; signals intelligence ; space surveillance ; space protection ; ground systems or communications infrastructure supporting defense or intelligence capabilities
Thorough knowledge of Intelligence Community or U.S. Department of Defense business practices, acquisition policies, or space mission portfolios
Extensive experience producing analyses and communicating results to various sized audiences
Prior experience as the lead for matrixed teams with a broad range of skill sets to solve multi-disciplinary challenges
Current and active Top-Secret (TS) c learance with SCI access

Responsibilities

Leading teams of skilled analysts to conduct technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments to satisfy project objectives and tasks
Independently and collaboratively providing subject matter expertise to program offices and government customers in the areas of space architecture design and optimization, tradespace exploration, and portfolio analysis
Coordinating and organizing analysis efforts using modeling and simulation capabilities through a combination of agent-based simulation and multi- objective optimization
Planning and executing studies, providing technical insights to customers, and supporting recommendations for customer research, development, and acquisition decisions
Helping to sustain, develop, grow, and deploy simulation and analysis capabilities to support new functional areas for a wide-ranging and expanding customer base
Supporting workforce development by assisting management with long-range planning, business development, resource acquisition, training, and mentorship

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect