Modeling and Systems Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 86,600 - 129,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health care and wellness plans

401(k) plan with company match

Professional growth programs

Education assistance

Flexible scheduling including telework

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a software professional to advance modeling, simulation, and analysis capabilities for space systems. You will work on end-to-end kill chain analysis and space-enabled campaign modeling in a full-time onsite role.

Requirements include a bachelor’s or higher in a STEM field, 3+ years of modern software development, strong C/C++, Python, and experience with large codebases. Top Secret/SCI clearance eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a STEM field.
• 3+ years of modern software development experience.
• Proficiency in C/C++, preferably C++20.
• Experience with Python and large code bases.
• Experience in modeling and simulation software development.
• Experience in optics, beam control, or related areas is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; strong communication.
• Ability to obtain/maintain Top Secret/SCI clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop new, customer-driven capabilities into mod & sim tools.
• Use a modern tech stack and enforce best practices in software development.
• Translate programmatic requirements into actionable work.
• Collaborate with program offices and customers on modeling tasks.
• Develop and present briefings and reports for stakeholders.
• Travel occasionally as required.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Systems software

Codebase navigation

Git

Bitbucket

Education

Bachelor's or higher in CS/EE/physics/ math

Tools

Git

Bitbucket

AFSIM

Job description

The Cross-Mission Effectiveness Department (CMED) in the Integrated Performance Subdivision leads integration and application of modeling and simulation capabilities to support end‑to‑end effects kill chain analysis and space‑enabled campaign modeling. In this role you will provide technical capabilities to support customers in modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) of space, air, and ground‑based systems of systems to investigate architecture and concept of operations performance in nominal and contested operating environments.

Work Model

Full‑time, 100% onsite position located in El Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop new, customer‑driven capabilities into our mod & sim software tools.
• Leverage a modern tech stack and enforce best practices in modern software development and maintainability.
• Assist in converting programmatic requirements into actionable work.
• Work closely with our cross‑mission focused program offices and customers to translate their program needs into modeling, simulation, and analysis tasks.
• Develop and present briefings and reports for program offices and customers.
• Travel occasionally as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree from an accredited program in computer science, electrical engineering, optical engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related field.
• Three or more years of experience in modern software development using a systems software language.
• Proficiency in C/C++, preferably C++20.
• Comfortable working with and following a large code base in C/C++.
• Experience with Python.
• Experience in modeling and simulation software development.
• Experience in at least one of the following: optics, beam control, filtering, multi‑int tracking, tasking, mission management, data transport, C2 processes, SIGINT system modeling, kill chain analysis, or orbit determination.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively within a team and manage multiple simultaneous tasks.
• Familiarity with software development cycles and working with repos (git, bitbucket, etc.).
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, self‑motivation, and willingness to take initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bias for action and the ability to identify shortcomings and address them with initiative.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

How You Can Stand Out

• Master’s degree or PhD in applicable STEM areas or other relevant disciplines.
• Proficiency with the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM) and/or similar tools.
• Experience with software integration of multiple code bases and tools.
• 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 program access.

Competitive Compensation

Annual pay range: $86,600.00 – $129,800.00, based on education, experience, and skills.

Benefits Highlights

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
• 401(k) Plan with company‑paid contributions and matching.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
• Relocation assistance.
• Professional growth and development programs.
• Education assistance programs.
• Inclusive work environment that values 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 are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or needs reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [e-mail].