SIGINT/GEOINT Modeling & Simulation Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•Chantilly, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a SIGINT/GEOINT Modeling & Simulation Engineer for its Surveillance and Navigation Architecture Performance Department (SNAPD), within the Integrated Performance Subdivision of the Enterprise Effects Division. The role evaluates space-based intelligence architectures using sophisticated simulation tools and applies expertise in signals intelligence, geospatial intelligence, and geolocation to support requirements verification, analyses of alternatives, and mission performance modeling that informs national security. This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, Virginia, requiring at least four days onsite each week. The successful candidate will lead collaborative teams in assessing legacy and emerging space-based architectures, translate customer needs into project plans, guide analysts and developers, and build multidisciplinary technical teams. The engineer will work with government leaders, contractors, and Aerospace colleagues; mentor junior staff; communicate findings through presentations and reports for technical and senior-leadership audiences; and support the development and sustainment of analysis and simulation tools. Depending on level, the role may require at least five years of relevant experience as an Engineering Specialist or at least ten years of progressively responsible technical experience and demonstrated leadership as a Senior Engineering Specialist. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Requirements

B.S. degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
At least 5 years of relevant technical modeling and simulation, signal processing, systems analysis, or related technical experience for the Engineering Specialist level.
Professional experience in at least one of the following: space-related modeling and simulation, SIGINT, geolocation, mission data processing, signal or image processing, RF engineering, radar systems, communications systems, algorithm design, or mathematical modeling.
Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, C++, Fortran, or MATLAB.
Willingness to learn new tools and languages.
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain the clearance.
For the Senior Engineering Specialist level: at least 10 years of progressively responsible technical experience.
For the Senior Engineering Specialist level: demonstrated technical leadership, such as leading project teams, mentoring early-career engineers, or driving technical strategy.
For the Senior Engineering Specialist level: knowledge of at least one national security space or intelligence mission area, including signals intelligence, space surveillance, geospatial intelligence, or space protection.
For the Senior Engineering Specialist level: strong personal accountability and adaptability to changing customer expectations.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in one of the stated fields of study.
Technical knowledge of SIGINT satellite systems.
Familiarity with the next-generation SIGINT architecture or relevant mission knowledge.
Modeling and simulation experience in performance assessment, geolocation, RF link budgets, antenna modeling, or signal detection.
Performance modeling experience with at least one space subsystem, such as antennas, receivers, or mission payloads.
Knowledge of Intelligence Community or U.S. Department of Defense business practices, acquisition policies, or space mission portfolios.

Responsibilities

Lead small, collaborative teams assessing legacy and emerging space-based architectures using advanced simulation tools, and develop recommendations that shape national security capabilities.
Translate customer needs into actionable project plans and guide analysts and developers.
Build and lead multidisciplinary technical teams to deliver high-quality results.
Partner with government leaders, contractors, and Aerospace engineers to address technical challenges and deliver analysis and recommendations.
Mentor junior staff in one or more department focus areas, coordinate training, and develop a strategy for maintaining department capability bench depth.
Communicate findings through clear presentations and reports tailored to technical experts and senior leadership.
Support development and sustainment of the organization’s analysis and simulation tools and capabilities.
Evaluate space-based intelligence architectures to support requirements verification, analyses of alternatives, and mission performance modeling.

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 a total company-paid benefit 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.