Senior Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation • El Segundo, CA

1d • $166,400 - $249,600 • Onsite

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 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-enabled mission effects.
The Surveillance and Navigation Architecture Performance Department (SNAPD) in the Integrated Performance Subdivision aspires to be the premier force advising the evolution of national security and civil space enterprises, leveraging our modeling and simulation (M&S) expertise to evaluate end-to-end architecture performance.
We are seeking a PNT Modeling & Simulation Senior Engineering Specialist that will lead the development and use of sophisticated simulation tools in support of requirements verification, analyses-of-alternatives, and performance evaluation for navigation and positioning systems.

Requirements

• B.S degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, mathematics, or related discipline from an accredited school.
• 10+ years of progressive relevant academic, professional, technical work experience.
• Professional experience with one or more of the following subjects: space-related modeling and simulation, geolocation, mission data processing, signal processing, space threats, resilient systems, advanced PNT technologies, algorithm design, software development, or mathematical modeling.
• Proficiency with one or more software languages that may include Python, C++, Fortran, or MATLAB.
• Demonstrated technical leadership, personal accountability, and adaptability to changing customer expectations.
• Knowledge in one or more of these specific national security space or intelligence mission areas: signals intelligence, space surveillance, geo-spatial intelligence, or space protection.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree in one of the fields of study mentioned above.
• Current TS/SCI with polygraph.
• Significant experience in one or more of the functional/mission areas listed above.
• Knowledge of Intelligence Community or US Department of Defense business practices, acquisition policies, or space mission portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Act as a senior technical advisor for department and subdivision-level management and staff in the areas of PNT architecture and geolocation, independently translating customer needs into strategic objectives and providing technical evaluations.
• Work side-by-side with the Aerospace program office and interface with government leaders, contractors, other government agencies, other program offices, and the Aerospace Engineering and Technical Group (ETG) to address issues and provide the customer with the best available technical analyses and recommendations.
• Assemble and lead multi-disciplinary technical teams driving recommendations for research, development, and acquisition decisions for legacy and emerging navigation and positioning systems. This includes coordinating ETG support, tracking team performance, and reviewing team products for quality and accuracy to meet on time deliverables.
• Oversee the execution of the development and sustainment plans for the organization’s M&S tools and capabilities, streamlining capabilities and driving innovation to meet future needs.
• Serve as a technical mentor to junior staff in one or more department focus areas, coordinating training and delivering a strategy for maintaining bench depth in department capabilities.
• Develop and present timely and 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
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior