Space Systems Researcher / Engineer (Tech Staff)

About the role

The Space Systems Analysis and Test Group (Group 95) 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 US national defense strategy.

Responsibilities

- Develop modeling software for in-house astrodynamics toolkits, focusing on satellite propagation, guidance laws, sensors & observations, state estimation, tracking, etc. - Design and produce developmental hardware systems and sensors, and design measurement campaigns to support analysis studies. - Lead and integrate technical teams to solve research questions and propose new work to address US capability gaps or emerging needs. - Rapidly learn and contribute to a variety of projects and explore new interests as they develop.

Requirements

- Meet one of the following education/experience requirements at the time of your anticipated start date: - PhD in a STEM field (Physics, Math, Computer Science, Aerospace, Astrodynamics, Engineering, etc.) - Masters in a STEM field plus 5 or more years of relevant academic or industry experience - Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field plus 10 or more years of relevant academic or industry experience - Previous experience in physics- and engineering-based modeling, simulation, and analysis - Demonstrated ability to communicate complex concepts and form clear, concise narratives - Willingness to work on-site in Lexington, MA up to 5 workdays per week during standard business hours

Qualifications

- Self-motivation and strong time management skills - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams

Skills

- Strong technical background - Excellent communication skills

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!

Pay

- Recent Graduate Hiring Range: $145,200-$170,000 - Experienced Hiring Range: $145,200-$220,000

Schedule

- On-site in Lexington, MA up to 5 workdays per week during standard business hours

Benefits

- Benefits offered to employees include comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, MIT-funded pension, matching 401K, paid leave, tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs, mentorship programs, and a range of work-life balance options.

Equal Opportunity Employer

- MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.