2027 Surveillance & Navigation Architecture Performance Technical Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•El Segundo, CA

8d•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. Job Summary: 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 diverse 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 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. Within SNAPD, the Navigation and Positioning Architectures Section (NPAS) develops and maintains technical capabilities in modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) to perform requirements verification, analyses-of-alternatives (AoA), and performance evaluation for navigation and positioning systems. We are looking for curious and innovative teammates to help us address our customers’ hardest problems!

Requirements

Master’s degree in aerospace engineering, physics, operations research, mathematics, or a related field from an accredited program. (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
0 - 1 year of industry experience in relevant topic areas post bachelor’s degree (e.g., modeling and simulation, mission analysis, astrodynamics, or space operations.)
Familiarity with one or more software languages that may include Python, C/C++, and/or High-Performance Computing/Linux environments.
Experience with one or more of the following subjects: geolocation, positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) technologies and architectures, PNT resilience and interference analysis, mathematical modeling, space-related modeling and simulation, mission data processing, signal processing, space threats, resilient systems, algorithm design, or software development
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 for this position.

Nice To Haves

PhD in aerospace engineering, mathematics, physics, operations research, or a related field from an accredited program. (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
0-1 year industry experience
Experience in relevant topic areas post bachelor’s degree (e.g., modeling and simulation, mission analysis, astrodynamics, or space operations.)
Significant experience in one or more of the functional/mission areas listed above.
Proficiency with one or more software languages that may include Python, C, C++, MATLAB, Fortran, Java.
Knowledge of Intelligence Community or US Department of Defense business practices, acquisition policies, or space mission portfolios
Demonstrated responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, to include the ability to: Self-manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and deliverables Maintain deliverable quality and manage customer expectations Take direction, work independently, and develop productive working relationships Interact and collaborate across a diverse team in different locations
Current, active TS/SCI security clearance or SAP accesses.

Responsibilities

Support analysis in one or more of these specific mission areas: geo-spatial intelligence, signals intelligence, space surveillance, navigation systems, and/or space protection supporting defense or intelligence capabilities.
Independently apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to support recommendations for research, development, and acquisition decisions of legacy and emerging positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) solutions.
Perform architecture evaluation modeling overall performance using in-house or custom-developed analysis tools.
Work with senior staff, management, and a team to plan and conduct deep dives, trade studies, and assessments, translating customer needs into project objectives and providing quality deliverables to customer organizations.
Develop and present timely and technically accurate presentations and reports that clearly communicate analysis results and provide recommended solutions to technical leads, management, and customers.
Aid in sustainment, development, and growth of the organization’s analysis and simulation capabilities to support functional areas for our customer base.
As a Senior Member of Technical Staff, you will lead small teams of peers and mentor junior staff in conducting routine analysis and development tasks as part of larger project 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