Senior Space Modeling & Simulation Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 193,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) Plan

Relocation assistance

Education assistance programs

Telework options

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a seasoned engineer to support modeling, simulation, and analysis of space, air, and ground systems. You will work across multiple programs to translate customer needs into actionable MS&A solutions and lead technical projects with cross-disciplinary teams.

Candidates should have 8+ years of relevant experience, strong Python/C++/ MATLAB skills, and a current Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (aerospace, astronautical, mechanical, electrical, software) or closely related field.
• 8 or more years of professional engineering/scientific experience in multi-disciplinary environments.
• Technical understanding of space operations and related simulations (red vs blue, killchain, C2).
• Experience in two or more of: space systems, ground systems, communications, C2, maneuvering, space protection, killchains.
• Experience with EOIR and radar signal processing for object detection/tracking/estimation.
• Experience with Python, C++, or MATLAB.
• Experience leading a team to accomplish an objective.
• Ability to work on dynamic assignments and adapt to customer needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication; current Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Cross-Mission Effectiveness Department as a technical authority.
• Collaborate with program offices to translate needs into MS&A solutions.
• Independently plan, lead, and contribute to technical analysis projects.
• Model and analyze enterprise-level decisions in space/system contexts.
• Develop and deliver technically accurate presentations and reports.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a learning environment.
• Travel occasionally as required.

Skills

Python

C++

MATLAB

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AFSIM

STK

GMAT

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a seasoned engineer to support modeling, simulation, and analysis of space, air, and ground systems. You will work across multiple programs to translate customer needs into actionable MS&A solutions and lead technical projects with cross-disciplinary teams.

Candidates should have 8+ years of relevant experience, strong Python/C++/ MATLAB skills, and a current Top Secret clearance.