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 are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD)staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.
The Modeling and Simulation Computing Department (MSCD) consists of a team dedicated to ground-breaking software solutions and capabilities for government and commercial customer needs.We are looking for a Modeling and Simulation Software Architect(Engineering Specialist - Systems and Modeling and Simulation Engineer). We enable detailed and complex modeling, analysis, optimization, and visualization of satellite orbits, system architectures, and engineering trade-spaces to provide customer decision support for the future of space.
Work Model
This is a full-timepositionin Chantilly, VA, Colorado Springs, CO, or El Segundo, CA, which requires 100% onsite work.
What You'll Be Doing:
Independently provide deep technical expertise, innovation, and project coordination/leadership onefforts to grow and sustain the sub-division's modeling, simulation, and analysis capabilities in teams with multi-disciplinary technical leaders across the company, AerospaceProgram Office personnel, and external customersto define and address customer needs
Partner with analysis leads to advise key stakeholders and government customers by leading customer engagement efforts on a range of modeling and simulation workflows within the sub-division
Serve as main point of contactfor multiple programs and/or activities for major department-level technical efforts tokey Aerospace Program Offices and externalcustomers.
Serve as a key mentor to junior technical staff in one or more department focus areas.
Develop and present timely and technically accurate briefings and reports that clearly communicate software development progress and provide recommended design solutions to technical leads, management, and customers
Manage the development and maintenance of one or more corporate M&S tools and associated workflows.
Engage with software users and customers to refine capability requirements
Conduct software architecture design and assist with the integration of new workflows to meet customer needs
Travel as necessary to support customer efforts
What You Need to be Successful-
Engineering Specialist - Modeling & Simulation and Systems Software Engineering
MinimumRequirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or other related STEMmajors.
6 years or more of related and progressive experiencein modeling and simulation
Demonstrated proficiency in C++, including experience in designing, developing, and testing production level software.
Experience in modern software development, integration, and testing practices
Proven ability to serve as a technical lead for a software project team.
Experience leveraging software configuration management and collaboration tools in team environments (Bitbucket, Jira, GitHub, or similar)
Demonstrated ability and experience in mentoring and training emerging software developers to enhance their skills and knowledge
Strong communication skills demonstrated through technical writing and presentation to collaborate and influence across teams (staff, peers, and stakeholders)
Willingness to travel occasionally to corporate or customer locations to support efforts as needed
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineeringor a related STEM degree
Experience implementing build systems such as CMake
Experience building and optimizing M&S software capabilities for HPC hardware
Experience in space domain modeling, simulation, and analysis
Familiarity orexpertisein sensor phenomenology such as SIGINT, SAR, EO, and OTHR as well as their application in space-based domains
In depth experience in designing modern software architectures
Experience with various containerization software platforms including podman, docker, apptainer, etc.
Experience with cloud-based simulation and distributed architecture
Knowledge of Intelligence Community and U.S. Department of Defense business practices and programs.
Current Top Secret/SCI Clearance with polygraph, and special programs access
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)
$117,300.00 - $175,900.00Pay 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.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an
equalopportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression,
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