Space Situational Awareness Specialist

The Aerospace Corporation
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), relocation assistance
United States, Virginia, Chantilly
Feb 20, 2025
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 Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace's strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities. The Space Control and Awareness Department (SCAD) is seeking a new team member to support situational awareness for defense, intelligence, and civil government customers for the Aerospace Corporation. SCAD performs concept development, systems engineering, architecture analysis, algorithm development and evaluation support for national security space customers emphasizing Orbit Determination, Radar, Electro-Optical (EO) and Infrared (IR) sensors, command and control, missile warning/missile tracking (MW/MT) missions, electronic warfare (EW), space domain awareness (SDA), and space protection and security. Work Model This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, VA, which requires 100% onsite support. What You'll Be Doing As a member of the Space Control Awareness Department, you will be providing direct onsite customer support in the analysis and modeling the space situational awareness sensors, data analysis, and data fusion required to track and dependably characterize the orbits of satellites. In this role, you will: Independently provide deep technical expertise, innovation, and analysis for technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments in direct support of customer needs in collaboration with teams of multi-disciplinary technical leaders across the company. Develop and present timely and technically accurate briefings and reports that clearly communicate analysis results and provide recommended solutions to technical leads, management, and customers. Occasional domestic travel as necessary to support customer efforts What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for Member of Technical Staff: Bachelor's degree in engineering, math, science, or related technical discipline from an accredited school Over one year of professional postgraduate experience Demonstrated responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, to include: Self-management of multiple tasks, deadlines, and deliverables Ability to take direction, work independently, and develop productive working relationships. Aptitude with astrodynamics and related mathematics Skills in mathematical formulation and derivation Aptitude in the modeling of space situational awareness sensor systems and/or orbit determination Demonstrated skills in the development and use of computer software tools. Current and active Top-Secret Clearance (TS) with SCI access Additional Minimum Requirements for Senior Member of Technical Staff: At least 5 years of professional postgraduate experience Demonstrated progressively responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, to include Working knowledge of Aerospace customers and industry players History of timely and impactful delivery of technical support in a business setting Demonstrated experience and expertise in development and analysis supporting the modeling of space situational awareness sensor systems and/or orbit determination Demonstrated skills in the development and use of computer software tools Current and active Top-Secret Clearance (TS) with SCI access How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Advanced degree in engineering, math, science or related technical discipline from an accredited school Experience with Python, C, and/or Fortran Extensive experience directly interacting with Gov't customers Contribution to substantial technical analytical or development projects through their successful fruition Extensive experience in primary department areas of support Extensive experience with a diverse set of Aerospace customers Current Special Access Program clearances 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, color,religion,geneticinformation, 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 emailat peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org .You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal,as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.