The Aerospace Corporation

Network Modelling and Simulation Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation$129K — $193K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in data analysis and network design.
  • Deep knowledge of routing and switching protocols.
  • Experience in Python or C/C++ software development.
  • Ability to effectively present results in briefings and reports.
  • U.S. citizenship required for security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams in developing network architectures.
  • Analyze and simulate complex network protocols.
  • Engage in systems architecture definition and development.
  • Innovate through technical studies and R&D projects.
  • Coordinate technical meetings with diverse stakeholders.
  • Evaluate and develop communication engineering technologies.
  • Support core network simulation and modeling capabilities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
  • Flexible work schedules, including telework options.
  • Generous 401(k) plan with company-paid contributions.
  • Professional growth programs and education assistance.
  • Relocation assistance available.
  • Inclusive work environment based on teamwork and respect.
Full Job Description
We are looking to hire a Network Modeling and Simulation Engineerto provide support in theNetwork/Systems Department (NSD) to lead and perform trade studies, analyses, and simulations of space network architectures. Moreover, your role will provide critical insight and feedback to government customers to optimize the overall communications performance of terrestrial, satellite, launch vehicle, and ground-based systems.

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The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at the Aerospace El Segundo, CA facility

What You’ll Be Doing

​​Job Summary:

  • ​Lead/participate inmulti-disciplinary engineering teams in development and analysis of future network architectures and requirements

  • ​Analyze and simulate complex network architectures and protocols

  • ​Engage insystems architecture definition, development, analysis, modeling & simulation, and prototype development/validation.

  • ​Innovate throughspecialized technical studies and internal research and development (R&D) projects to develop the next generation of Space and Ground network concepts, architectures, and technologies

  • ​Coordinate tasks in technical meetings for SSC, NRO, and Civil & Commercial customers workingwith adiverse team comprising military officers and Government civilians, prime contractors, SE&I contractors and other FFRDCs

  • ​Evaluate and develop multiple access communications or engineering technologies.

  • ​Support development and sustainment of core network simulation, emulation, and modeling capabilities.

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What You Need to be Successful – Engineering Specialist 

​​Minimum Requirements:​ 

  • ​​Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.

  • ​Minimum of6years of experience in data analysis, OSI and TCP/IP models and in network design, analysis, and modeling & simulation.

  • ​Deep knowledge of routing and switching protocols.

  • ​Experience in software development in Python or C/C++.

  • ​Ability to present results effectively in briefings and technical reports.

  • ​Willing to travel,as needed (up to 10%)

  • ​This position requires the ability to obtain andmaintaina security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. Government. U.S. citizenship is requiredto obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

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

  • ​​Expert level knowledge of network testbed development

  • ​Experience with network emulation/simulation

  • Work with inter-satellite cross-links and laser optical communication technologies

  • ​Military and commercial satellite communication systems and network engineering

  • ​Possess a current and active U.S. Government Security Clearance – Top Secret level

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We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll 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)

$129,000.00 - $193,500.00

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 — 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—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

About The Aerospace Corporation

The Aerospace Corporation is a nonprofit corporation that operates a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) headquartered in El Segundo, California. The corporation provides technical guidance and advice on all aspects of space missions to military, civil, and commercial customers. Aerospace also designs and develops spacecraft, sensors, and other systems in support of national security, civil, and commercial customers. The corporation has more than 4,000 employees and operates a number of laboratories and test facilities across the United States.
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1960

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