The National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch.
Directorate-H, Electronic Programs Division, is seeking a Mission Analysis and Modeling Engineer (Project Engineer/Sr. Project Engineer 6 Systems Engineering 6 Modeling and Simulation Engineering) to work in a fast-pace, Government program office responsible for designing and building a new SIGINT program from the ground up. You will be providing FFRDC technical support directly to the Government customer and working closely with industry contractors and across Aerospace. Additionally, you will be providing technical expertise, critical recommendations, technical analysis, and leading Aerospace efforts related to space system acquisition from conceptual design to on-orbit checkout and operations.
This is a full-time position based in Chantilly VA, which requires 100% onsite work.
What You99ll Be Doing
- Providing subject matter expertise in acquisitions, systems engineering, and mission analysis, while developing technical solutions that improve Mission Assurance practices within the National SIGINT enterprise through proven scientific, engineering, quality, and program management principles
- Assessing program office acquisition processes, identifying gaps, and leading teams to optimize these activities
- Conducting architectural trade studies and analyses through modeling and simulation to support technical and programmatic decision-making, while using, contributing to, and developing in-house, commercial, and government-off-the-shelf engineering analysis tools
- Working side by side with the Customer, Aerospace, and SETAs in a dynamic space system acquisition environment collocated in a USG facility, serving as an individual contributor on a multi-disciplined team with a shared vision
- Identifying opportunities for (Project Engineer) and/or leading (Sr. Project Engineer) Aerospace matrix engineering organization and laboratory resources (ETG) to support concept development, requirement and mission analyses, and technology demonstrations
- Contributing to (Project Engineer) and/or leading (Sr. Project Engineer) trade studies that inform satellite acquisition and design decisions
- Collaborating and communicating frequently with SETA, industry contractors, and mid-level to senior Government officials in working groups, technical exchange meetings, program reviews, and informal interactions
- Presenting technical findings and recommendations to (Project Engineer) and/or independently generating findings for (Sr. Project Engineer) Government Customers and Aerospace management, while providing matrixed technical support to other next-generation SIGINT acquisition activities as needed
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements for Project Engineer 6 Systems Engineering 6 Modeling and Simulation Engineering
- Bachelor's OR Advanced degree in science, engineering, mathematics, or a related technical field, with 6 or more years of progressively more responsible experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of spacecraft design, development, and execution, including experience conducting engineering design trades across space systems at the spacecraft, system, and architecture levels
- Experience performing analysis, modeling, and simulation of signal collection, satellite orbits, and/or vehicle designs
- Experience in satellite acquisitions and/or operations
- Experience formulating plans, leading studies, and delivering results for a highly technical customer, paired with strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
- Comfortable working with ambiguous and often changing tasks, with experience working across organizations and matrixed teams
- Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time
- The position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph 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 Senior Project Engineer 6 Systems Engineering 6 Modeling and Simulation Engineering
- 12 or more years of progressively more responsible experience
- Experience proposing and leading analytic studies with minimal guidance
- Experience overseeing technical staff and managing multiple efforts at once
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related discipline
- Knowledge of one or more software languages that may include C++, Python, or MATLAB
- Familiarity with government acquisition lifecycle and systems engineering activities
- Experience with the Intelligence Community (IC)
- Experience working across the NRO Enterprise
- Strong ability to build relationships and enhance partnerships
We offer a competitive compensation package where you99ll 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)
$117,300.00 - $226,900.00
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 6 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 6the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
