Tracking Architecture Performance Engineer

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.
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 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 and space-enabled capabilities.
The Tracking Architecture Performance Department (TAPD) in the Integrated Performance Subdivision (IPS) conducts, directs and integrates model-based analyses, empowering teams and staff to deliver differentiated and context-informed insights. The department is comprised of 15 engineers responsible for modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) of missile defense and space domain awareness architectures, and serves as a center of excellence for the development and assessment of tracking methods that fuse data from various sources. As an Engineering Specialist or Senior Engineering Specialist in the Tracking Architecture Performance Department, you will collaborate with the department staff and other engineering departments to ensure mission success.
Work Model
This full-time position requires 100% onsite work in El Segundo CA, Colorado Springs, CO or Chantilly, VA
What You'll Be Doing

• Independently lead modeling and analysis studies of MW/MT/MD sensors, sensing systems and their broader system-of-systems architectures. Sensors include but not limited to radar, EO/IR, Lidar

• Collaborate with other team-members to perform systems engineering studies to assess tradeoffs to balance system performance and optimizations.

• Design modeling/simulation and analysis strategies that leverage framework of modeling, simulation and analysis tools. Simulation tools including in-house, custom and commercially available/government provided modeling software.

• Develop novel performance metrics and analyze the performance of sensors such as electro-optical (EO), radar and passive radio frequency sensor concepts, architectures, and algorithms.

• Develop and implement tracking algorithms, data-fusion algorithms and novel approaches to improve performance for radar, lidar, and/or related sensors and sensor architectures.

• Lead projects to improve existing modeling and simulation tools on an ongoing basis.

• Develop novel simulation approaches, computer tools and simulations to support analyses of interdisciplinary support teams.

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements for the Engineering Specialist - Modeling & Simulation and Signal & Image Process Engineering:

• Bachelor's degree in STEM or related discipline.

• A minimum of 6 years of applicable professional experience leading technical teams and coordinating complex modeling and analysis tasks.

• Demonstrated strength and experience in modeling, simulation, and analysis of space systems.

• Willingness to occasionally travel and/or work off-business hours to support customer needs, approximately 10-25% (as required).

• This position requires a current and active TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Senior Engineering Specialist - Modeling & Simulation and Signal & Image Process Engineering include:

• A minimum of 10 years of applicable professional experience leading technical teams and coordinating complex modeling and analysis tasks.

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Master's or PhD degree in related STEM discipline.

• Expert level programming skills in languages such as C, C++, Python, FORTRAN

• Familiarity with tools such as Bitbucket, GitHub, JIRA, Confluence

• Current, active TS/SCI or SAP clearance.

• Leadership experience in a customer-facing organization.

• Knowledge of government space mission architectures and mission-effects chains involving multi-target tracking architectures.

• Demonstrated strength in architecture and sensor-level simulations and evaluation, mission performance assessments with emphasis in multi-target tracking, detection, and estimation.

• Experience collaborating in major MS&A initiatives across other FFRDCs, government entities, UARCs, SETAs and/or industry.

• Financial and business acumen through program / business unit leadership.

• The ability to communicate effectively with management, program offices, customers, contractors, and colleagues is essential.

• Experience leading technical teams, and mentoring junior staff

• Experience in identifying, prioritizing, and resolving technical issues.

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)
$129,000 - $249,600
Pay Basis: Annual
Leadership Competencies
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

• 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

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
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