2027 Kill Chain Modeling and Simulation Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Telework options

401(k) match

Education assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Member of Technical Staff for Modeling & Simulation Engineering to join the CMED team. You will support MS&A of space and space-enabled campaigns, contribute to multi-disciplinary analyses, and present results to customers.

Ideal candidates have a Master’s in engineering, 0–1 year experience, and proficiency in Python or C++. A TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship are required; transcripts are requested as part of the application.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering (aerospace, astronautical, mechanical, electrical, or software) or closely related technical field (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
• 0-1 year industry experience
• Experience with modeling and simulations, orbital mechanics, space systems, filtering, tracking, orbit determination, communications networks, C2, and/or kill chains
• Proficiency with Python or C++
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, self-motivation, and initiative
• Excellent interpersonal skills with effective oral and written communication
• Ability to obtain Top-Secret security clearance with SCI access; U.S. citizenship required
• Transcripts required

Responsibilities

• Use and contribute to development of in-house and gov/off-the-shelf engineering analysis software tools
• Conduct technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments in multi-disciplinary teams to define problems and support decisions
• Develop and deliver timely and technically accurate presentations and reports
• Travel occasionally to support customer efforts

Skills

Python

C++

Modeling & Simulation

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

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 Description

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-enabled mission effects. The Cross-Mission Effectiveness Department (CMED) in the Integrated Performance Subdivision leads integration and application of modeling and simulation capabilities and modern analysis workflows to support end-to-end effects chain analysis and space and space-enabled campaign modeling. As a member of CMED, you will provide technical capabilities to support our customers in modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) of space, air, and ground-based systems of systems to investigate architecture and concept of operations (CONOPS) performance in nominal and contested operating environments. MS&A focus areas include agent-based modeling, red vs blue simulations, military utility and capability drawdown, killchain effectiveness, enterprise architecture resiliency, and command and control (C2) evaluation. We support a variety of customers with diverse program portfolios, and we are looking for curious and innovative teammates to help us address our customers’ hardest problems!

Work Model

This is a full-time, 100% onsite position located in El Segundo, CA; Colorado Springs, CO; Chantilly, VA; or Huntsville, AL.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Use and contribute to development of in-house and commercial/government-off-the-shelf engineering analysis software tools.
• Conduct technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments in multi-disciplinary teams to define problems and support customer decisions.
• Develop and deliver timely and technically accurate presentations and reports.
• Travel occasionally (as necessary) to support customer efforts.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in engineering (aerospace, astronautical, mechanical, electrical, or software), computer science, physics, operations research, or closely related technical field from an accredited school. (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
• 0-1 year industry experience
• Experience with one or more of the following: modeling and simulations, orbital mechanics, space systems, filtering, tracking, orbit determination, communications networks, C2, and/or kill chains
• Proficiency with a programming language such as Python or C++
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, self-motivation, and willingness to take initiative
• Excellent interpersonal skills with effective oral and written communication skills
• This position requires the ability to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance (TS) with SCI access, which is issued by the U.S. government.
• U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
• Transcripts required

What You Need to be Successful – Member of Technical Staff - Modeling & Simulation Engineering

How You Can Stand Out

• Demonstrated strength in sensor‑and architecture-level simulations and mission performance assessments.
• Knowledge of Intelligence Community, U.S. Department of Defense, and Department of the Air Force business practices and programs.
• Current Top Secret/SCI Clearance with polygraph, and special programs access.

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• 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

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [e-mail] . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

Right Place

The Aerospace Corporation has over 26 locations nationwide, which allows us to build a workforce that will nurture the best ideas, and generate the most novel innovations and solutions to our nation’s toughest space enterprise challenges.

Right Path

Right Path Aerospace covers all stages of the space lifecycle, from concept to operations. We believe our people are our most valuable resource and that’s why we propel our employees forward in their careers through ongoing education, training, and professional development.

Right Purpose

We can all serve a mission much greater than ourselves, and at Aerospace that is exactly what we do. By hiring the industry’s most preeminent scientists and engineers, Aerospace advances emerging technologies that protect some of the most critical missions on Earth and above it.

Aerospace employees working in organizations with technical responsibilities are required to obtain a Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required for those positions.