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 20 engineers responsible for modeling and simulation-based performance analysis of architecture designed for missile defense, intelligence/reconnaissance/surveillance (ISR) and space domain awareness missions. The department provides development and analysis expertise on tracking objects of interest primarily located in space, air, maritime and ground. As a Senior Member of Technical Staff or Engineering Specialist in the Tracking Architecture Performance Department, you will participate in modeling, simulation and analysis projects in collaboration with the department staff and other engineering departments across the corporation to ensure mission success.
Work Model
This full-time position requires 100% onsite work in El Segundo, Chantilly, Colorado Springs, or Huntsville, AL
What You’ll Be Doing
Modeling & Analysis Leadership
Independently lead modeling and analysis studies for complex system-of-systems architectures with emphasis on tracking performance optimization
Evaluate multi-domain architectures incorporating space, air, maritime, and ground-based components and diverse sensor systems including radar, EO/IR, and Lidar technologies
Analyze tracking scenarios across all domains: space objects, airborne targets, maritime vessels, and ground-based entities
Perform trade-space analyses to balance system performance requirements and identify architectural optimizations for enhanced tracking capabilities
Technical & Project Leadership
Serve as technical lead and primary customer liaison for projects, establishing technical direction and strategic vision
Drive continuous improvement of modeling, simulation, and analysis capabilities across the organization
Provide hands-on technical guidance and mentorship to team members on day-to-day activities
Develop and execute training programs for new team members to build organizational capability and technical bench strength
Modeling & Simulation Tool Improvements
Design and implement comprehensive analysis strategies utilizing in-house, custom-developed, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), and government-furnished modeling and simulation tools
Develop innovative performance metrics and create advanced data visualizations to communicate complex analytical results
Design, develop, and implement tracking algorithms, multi-sensor data fusion algorithms, and novel methodologies to enhance sensor architecture performance
Create cutting-edge simulation approaches, computational tools, and models to support emerging concept exploration and technology assessment
Management support
Collaborate with management to align project objectives, resource allocation, and strategic priorities
Partner with management to identify capability gaps,…