Network Modelling and Simulation Engineer - MTS/Sr MTS
About The Position
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Network Modeling and Simulation Engineer for its Network/Systems Department within the Mission Payloads Division. The role leads and performs trade studies, analyses, and simulations of space network architectures, providing government customers with insights to optimize communications performance across terrestrial, satellite, launch vehicle, and ground-based systems. The work helps inform acquisition decisions that enhance national security. The selected candidate will work full time on-site at the facility in El Segundo, California. The role involves multidisciplinary engineering work on future network architectures, analysis and simulation of complex network architectures and protocols, systems architecture development and validation, research and development of next-generation Space and Ground network concepts and technologies, and support for network modeling, simulation, emulation, and data analysis capabilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- At least 1 year of experience in data analysis, OSI and TCP/IP models, and network design, analysis, and modeling and simulation.
- Applied research experience using analytical, simulation, and/or experimental skills.
- Experience in software development using Python or C/C++.
- Ability to present results effectively in briefings and technical reports.
- Willingness to travel as needed, up to 10%.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.
- For the Senior Member of Technical Staff level, at least 3 years of experience in data analysis, OSI and TCP/IP models, and network design, analysis, and modeling and simulation.
Nice To Haves
- An advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another related discipline from an accredited university.
- Familiarity with network testbed development and/or experience with network emulation or simulation.
- Knowledge of inter-satellite cross-links and laser optical communication technologies.
- Relevant experience with military and commercial satellite communication systems and network engineering.
- A current and active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance.
Responsibilities
- Participate in multidisciplinary engineering teams developing and analyzing future network architectures and requirements.
- Analyze and simulate complex network architectures and protocols.
- Participate in systems architecture definition, development, analysis, modeling and simulation, and prototype development and validation.
- Conduct specialized technical studies and internal research and development projects for next-generation Space and Ground network concepts, architectures, and technologies.
- Participate in developing data analysis and post-processing tools.
- Support development and sustainment of core network simulation, emulation, and modeling capabilities.
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 based on years of service and 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
Entry Level
