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Mission Utility Modeling & Simulation Engineering Leader

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Chantilly, VA
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Hybrid
Chantilly, VA
Expert/Leader
Lead technical support for systems acquisition within the Imagery Programs Division, focusing on performance analysis and enhancing mission effectiveness.
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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.
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.
We are looking for a Mission Utility Modeling & Simulation Engineering Leader (Senior Project Leader - Modeling & Simulation and Signal & Image Process Engineering) to provide on-site technical support for a major systems acquisition program within the Imagery Programs Division which supports the NRO GEOINT Directorate. This innovative program operates via a collaborative Integrated Product Team (IPT) structure, that employs agile processes to drive decision making down to the lowest levels while encouraging innovative ideas to deliver new capabilities faster.
Work Model:
This full time position requires 100% on site work in Chantilly, VA
What You'll Be Doing

  • Applies knowledge of systems modeling, simulation, and image processing to lead performance analysis and mission utility assessments to measure and improve mission effectiveness.
  • Lead the Prototype Scheduler effort to gain understanding and influence scheduler behaviors and orchestrate studies to measure scheduler performance as a function of CONOPS, collection strategies and enterprise decisions.
  • Monitor operational trending and identify opportunities to enhance/increase mission utility. Propose experimentation to expand adoption and to further understand and predict product performance
  • Bring the best of Aerospace's engineering matrix to bear in support of the portfolio and oversee all efforts in your area of responsibility
  • Act as a senior mentor to team members, providing orientation, technical guidance, and development insight.


What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements for the Senior Project Leader - Modeling & Simulation and Signal & Image Process Engineering

  • Bachelor's in engineering, computer science, or other relevant technical field
  • Solid knowledge of systems modeling, simulation, and image processing to lead performance analysis and mission utility assessments
  • A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
  • Experience building and leading customer and technical teams
  • This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
  • Ability to travel approximately one week every 3 months


How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

  • An advanced degree in Engineering/Science or equivalent
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas:
    • Satellite Imagery Processing
    • Collection & sensor modeling
    • GEOINT system tasking and/or Scheduling
    • Algorithm development for target detection and tracking
    • System characterization planning and execution
  • Experience working with the NRO and/or NGA Ground architectures
  • Experience in mission control or mission processing systems for space systems
  • Experience evolving & delivering end-to-end mission capabilities


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
  • A 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 equal opportunity 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, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

Top Skills

Image Processing
Simulation
Systems Modeling

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