Tracking Architecture Performance Department 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 deliver innovative solutions spanning satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil, and commercial customers.

The Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace’s strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The Tracking Architecture Performance Department (TAPD) performs concept development, systems engineering, architecture analysis, algorithm development, and evaluation support for national security space customers, emphasizing Radar, Electro-Optical (EO), Infrared (IR) sensors, missile warning/missile tracking (MW/MT) missions, Electronic Warfare (EW), space domain awareness (SDA), and space protection and security.

About the role

This position will be located 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA or Colorado Springs, CO.

Responsibilities

• Perform modeling and analysis of MW/MT/MD sensors and systems and their broader system-of-systems architectures.
• Conduct a range of analysis using a framework of modeling, simulation, and analysis capabilities including in-house, custom, and commercially available/government-provided modeling tools.
• Analyze the performance of sensors such as electro-optical (EO), radar, and passive radio frequency sensor concepts, architectures, and algorithms.
• Develop and implement radar, lidar, and/or related tracking algorithms and help improve existing modeling and simulation tools.
• Develop computer tools and simulations to support analyses of interdisciplinary support teams and perform general and specific systems engineering trades assessments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field.
• A minimum of 2 years of applicable educational or professional experience with space systems or algorithms.
• Experience programming in MatLab, C, C++, Java, Python, or FORTRAN.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Master’s or PhD degree in a related STEM discipline.
• Current, active TS/SCI or SAP clearance.
• Experience in researching, developing, and applying advanced and innovative techniques for algorithm development.
• Experience with tracking, detection, and estimation.
• Active security clearance.
• Experience in developing and delivering presentations, leading small groups, etc.
• Experience working in an autonomous work environment on complex projects.
• Software design, development, unit testing, and integration experience.
• Practice in robust statistics and decision logic.

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. We look for individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Pay

The grade-based pay range for this job is $95,200.00 - $142,800.00 annually. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Benefits

• 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.