Space Systems Researcher / Engineer - Analysis and Test Group (Associate Staff)

About the role

The Space Systems Analysis and Test Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory aims to solve our nation's most demanding space-related security challenges through validated analysis, prototyping, and field demonstrations. We collaborate with senior leaders in the US Space Force, Air Force, and Intelligence Community to provide unbiased analysis and innovative solutions that directly shape U.S. national defense strategy.

What will you do?

Our staff are skilled scientists and engineers with broad experience, eager to be on the leading edge of technology that will chart our nation's future in space. All staff develop an understanding of the current state-of-the-art of U.S. and foreign space capabilities and maintain awareness of new technology developments with potential to impact the space domain. They collaborate with experts throughout the lab to break down and solve complex problems then clearly communicate key findings to a range of audiences including DoD senior leaders, government technology experts, and Lincoln Laboratory colleagues.

What we require:

- The hired candidate to have met one of the following education/experience requirements at the time of their anticipated start date: - MS in a STEM field (including, but not limited to: Physics, Math, Computer Science, Aerospace, Astrodynamics, Engineering, etc.) - Bachelor’s degree with 5 or more years relevant academic or industry experience - Previous experience in physics- and engineering-based modeling, simulation and analysis - Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to a range of audiences - Willingness to work in person on-site in Lexington, MA up to 5 workdays per week during standard business hours - Ability to pass a pre-employment background investigation and willingness to obtain and maintain a Top Secret level security clearance

What we value:

- Self-motivation – Ability to work independently with responsible time management. - Collaboration – Ability to work in teams, particularly multi-disciplinary teams.

Pay

Recent Graduate Hiring Range: $116,400-$140,000 Experienced Hiring Range: $116,400-$182,200

Benefits

- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans - MIT-funded pension - Matching 401K - Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.) - Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs - Mentorship programs - A range of work-life balance options - ... and much more!

Qualifications

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.