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The Aerospace Corporation · 5 hours ago

Economist - Senior Project Engineer

Chantilly, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$151K/yr - $227K/yr

12+ years exp

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As a Senior Project Engineer in Economic & Market Analysis, you will conduct research on businesses and economic trends related to the space sector, create econometric models, and provide macro-economic research and forecasts to support U.S. Government customers.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conducting quantitative research on economics and supply chain in the space sector and providing rapid counsel on emerging activity that affect USG customers

Design and oversee econometric models that assess business viability and the health of space supply chain within various programs

Provide technical expertise to ensure successful execution of economic, market, and supply chain analyses

Establish and maintain Aerospace’s positive reputation with new and existing customers and cultivate new customers and line of research

Communicate effectively in presentations and written reports

Drive and facilitate cross-customer coordination via proactive engagement with other teams within Aerospace

Qualification

Econometric modelingQuantitative researchStatistical softwareSupply chain analysisMacroeconomic researchWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, or closely related field is required

A minimum of (12) years of progressively demonstrated expertise in quantitative, econometric, statistical, or computational methods is required

Proficiency in statistical software such as R, Python and MATLAB

Excellent written communication skills - organize complex materials and concepts in clear and logical manner

Excellent verbal communication skills - clear, concise, persuasive; builds consensus through speaking; polished, professional style

Willing to travel to work location and/or customer site for one week on a quarterly basis (as required)

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/ SCI clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Preferred

Advanced degree in economics or closely related field is strongly preferred

Prior experience in econometric analysis specifically related to space or defense sector supply chain

Experience in research methods: causal inference, network analysis, supply chain modeling

A current TS/SSBI/SCI clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government is strongly preferred

Benefits

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