2027 Space Object Conjunction Risk Analyst
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 and space-enabled capabilities. This position will require onsite support for a minimum of 4 days in either Chantilly, VA, El Segundo, CA, or Colorado Springs, CO As a member of the Space Object Conjunction Risk Team, you will be providing technical capabilities to support our customers and address the challenges of space situational awareness and space traffic management in the congested space environment.
Requirements
- Master's or PhD degree from an accredited college/university program in Aerospace engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related technical discipline (Pursuing or conferred within the last 12 months)
- 0 to 1 years of professional postgraduate experience
- Organizational skills, to include: Self-management of multiple tasks, deadlines, and deliverables
- Ability to take direction, work independently, and develop productive working relationships
- Aptitude with astrodynamics and related mathematics
- Skills in mathematical formulation and derivation
- Demonstrated skills in the development and use of computer software tools
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
- Transcripts are required
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Python, C++, Fortran, and/or High Performance Computing environments
- Direct experience in primary department areas of support
- Technical skills in other related areas such as database management, spacecraft operations, radar/electro-optics, space object and debris environment projection, on-orbit breakup forensics, passive and controlled disposal, de-orbit and re-entry analysis, debris mitigation and remediation analysis, AI/ML data analytics, RFI/EMI, spacecraft operations, and discrete-event modeling
- Meaningful and consistent contribution to a substantial technical analytical or development project through its successful fruition
- Expertise in team coordination and/or mentorship
- Current and active Top-Secret Clearance (TS) with SCI access
Responsibilities
- Contribute to a variety of projects involving technical analyses and software development relating to multiple focus areas of the section, including space situational awareness, space traffic management, space object tracking and orbit determination, operational launch collision avoidance support and risk assessment and mitigation due to interference from RF, light, and laser effects.
- Support real-time operations and analyses including launch and on-orbit collision risk assessments.
- Conduct technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments both independently and in teams with multi-disciplinary technical leaders, Aerospace Program Office personnel, and external customers to define and address customer needs.
- Develop and present timely and technically accurate briefings and reports that clearly communicate analysis results and provide recommended solutions to technical leads, management, and customers.
- Travel occasionally (as necessary) to support customer efforts.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
