Space Enterprise Commercial Modeling and Simulation Lead

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.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
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.
Are you excited about the growth of the commercial space sector? Are you eager to lead teams of analysts performing modeling and simulation activities in support of commercial integration activities? If so, consider this exciting position in the Space Enterprise Design and Optimization Department (SEDOD) supporting the National Reconnaissance Office's Commercial Systems Program Office (CSPO). In SEDOD, we leverage trade space exploration, optimization, and analysis techniques to solve the nation's hardest problems across the space enterprise, including orbit design, portfolio selection, payload concept design, communications architecting, resiliency analysis, and commercial capability integration. We are looking for a Space Enterprise Commercial Modeling and Simulation Lead to lead modeling and simulation efforts across EED and beyond to proactively assist the government with the acquisition and integration of commercial services into the NRO enterprise architecture. Join us today and become a part of a culture that promotes innovation, growth, and technical excellence!
Work Model
This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, VA, which requires 100% onsite work.
What You'll Be Doing

• Serve as the integration leader and coordinator for architecture modeling & simulation of commercial systems

• Identify opportunities, prioritize tasks, facilitate communication and act as the spokesperson to the customer for modeling support acquisitions that optimize the application and utility of commercial space systems inside the NRO's and IC's architecture

• Organize interfaces between customers' and Aerospace technical and management staff

• Develop and managing customer support plans to maximize mission satisfaction

• Collaborate across the NRO and the Intelligence community to influence current and future investments in commercial technology and capabilities

• Lead technical staff and matrixed technical resources to address a broad range of technical topics

• Interact with non-traditional space sector commercial companies and explore cutting edge technology that may be useful to the IC and the Department of Defense

• Serve as a senior mentor to new and junior staff, guiding routine analysis and development tasks as part of larger project efforts, and promoting a collaborative environment for professional growth

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements for the Project Leader - Modeling & Simulation Engineering:

• B.S. degree in aerospace, astronautical, or mechanical engineering, physics, operations research, mathematics, or a related field of science or engineering

• Six or more years of relevant and progressive professional or academic experience

• Significant history of consistent contribution to multiple substantial technical analytical or development projects through their successful fruition

• History of leading technical teams with diverse backgrounds delivering substantial technical analyses or development efforts in support of customer-driven projects

• Experience with modeling and simulation tools in support of architecture assessment, sensor performance, analysis of alternatives, or space-based vendor acquisitions

• Technical understanding of space-based architectures

• Strong organization and communication skills

• Willing to support occasional travel domestically (typically 1 week every few months or less)

• This position requires a current and active security clearance and polygraph (TS/SBI/SCI), which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Senior Project Leader - Modeling & Simulation Engineering include:

• Ten or more years of relevant and progressive professional or academic experience

• Specific experience with modeling space-based commercial radar, Electro-Optical, or commercial hyperspectral capabilities

• Technical experience either working for or with commercial space companies

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

• A graduate degree in aerospace, astronautical, or mechanical engineering, physics, operations research, mathematics, or a related field of science or engineering

• Extensive knowledge of Intelligence Community or U.S. Department of Defense business practices, acquisition policies, or space mission portfolios

• Experience producing analyses and communicating results to various sized audiences

• Experience with multiple government streamlined space-based vendor acquisitions

• Prior experience as the lead for matrixed teams with diverse skill sets to solve multi-disciplinary challenges

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 diverse 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/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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 [email protected]. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.