Enterprise Modeling & Simulation Architect

The Aerospace Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 87,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans

Paid holidays & vacation

401(k) matching contributions

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA or Chantilly, VA is seeking a Member of Technical Staff in Modeling & Simulation Engineering to translate program needs into modeling tasks, develop simulations, and present results to program offices.

Required are a bachelor’s in engineering, 3+ years of experience, Python and C++, and a current TS/SCI clearance. The role emphasizes collaboration, innovative thinking, and cross‑domain integration across missions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or closely related technical field.
• 3+ years of engineering/scientific experience in multidisciplinary environments.
• Technical understanding in space operations, kill chain, and C2 concepts.
• Experience with architecture-level simulations using space-based systems.
• Proficiency with Python and C++.
• Current Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Strong communication and collaboration across teams.
• Ability to adapt to changing customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Translate program needs into modeling, simulation, and analysis tasks.
• Develop targeted software to implement new modeling capabilities.
• Prepare and analyze enterprise-level simulations of kill chains and related systems.
• Contribute to technical projects ensuring timely, accurate team deliveries.
• Develop and present briefings and reports for program offices and customers.
• Travel occasionally as required.

Skills

Python

C++

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Security clearance

Adaptability

Creativity

Space operations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA or Chantilly, VA is seeking a Member of Technical Staff in Modeling & Simulation Engineering to translate program needs into modeling tasks, develop simulations, and present results to program offices.

Required are a bachelor’s in engineering, 3+ years of experience, Python and C++, and a current TS/SCI clearance. The role emphasizes collaboration, innovative thinking, and cross‑domain integration across missions.