Space-Based Sensing Architecture Engineer

aero; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation seeks a Remote Sensing Architecture Technical Engineer to apply advanced modeling and simulation for space-based sensing architectures. You will work with a diverse technical team on requirement verification, AoA analyses, and performance modeling for national security and civil space programs.

The role is on-site at Chantilly, VA with potential alternate locations in El Segundo, CA, or Colorado Springs, CO.

Qualifications

• MS degree in aerospace engineering, physics, operations research, mathematics, or a related field (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months).
• 0–1 yr of industry experience in relevant topic areas post bachelor’s degree (e.g., modeling and simulation, mission analysis, astrodynamics, or space operations).
• Knowledge or project experience with one or more of the following: space-related modeling and simulation, geolocation, mission data processing, signal processing, space threats, resilient systems, advanced PNT technologies, algorithm design, software development, or mathematical modeling.
• Familiarity with one or more software languages that may include Python, C/C++, and/or High-Performance Computing/Linux environments.
• Minimum GPA 3.0
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
• Transcripts are required for this position

Responsibilities

• Support analysis in geo-spatial intelligence, signals intelligence, space surveillance, navigation, and/or space protection areas.
• Apply engineering techniques to support research, development, and acquisition decisions.
• Perform architecture evaluation and performance modeling using in-house or custom tools.
• Collaborate with senior staff to plan deep dives, trade studies, and assessments; translate customer needs into objectives.
• Develop and present technical presentations and reports communicating analysis results.
• Aid in sustainment and growth of the organization’s analysis and simulation capabilities.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Linux

HPC

Geolocation

Mission analysis

Astrodynamics

Space operations

Education

MS degree in aerospace engineering or related field

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation seeks a Remote Sensing Architecture Technical Engineer to apply advanced modeling and simulation for space-based sensing architectures. You will work with a diverse technical team on requirement verification, AoA analyses, and performance modeling for national security and civil space programs.

The role is on-site at Chantilly, VA with potential alternate locations in El Segundo, CA, or Colorado Springs, CO.