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The Aerospace Corporation · 3 days ago

Space-Based Interceptor Mission Performance Analyst

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, providing unmatched technical expertise in space systems. They are seeking a Space-Based Interceptor Mission Performance Analyst to support the SBI Program Office with modeling-backed performance recommendations and to assess key performance parameters for missile designs.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Directing missile simulation studies to assess key performance parameters and provide recommendations on vehicle design

Use government, teammates and Aerospace modelling capability to answer critical performance questions for the SBI Program Office

Contribute to end-to-end modelling of multi-vendor SBI solutions

Working closely with the government and Aerospace fire control, common ground and interceptor teams to integrate the SBI architecture within the multi-layered missile defense program

Qualification

GuidanceNavigationControlSimulation FrameworksFire Control ConOpsModel-Based Systems EngineeringDevSecOpsAFSIMMATLABTechnical Team LeadershipProblem SolvingCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or closely related technical field is required

A minimum of (5) years of relevant professional or educational experience is required

Background in simulation frameworks and independent model review

Strong proficiency with guidance, navigation and control (GNC), interceptor ConOps, fire control ConOps

Familiarity with one or more of the following: MBSE, DevSecOps, AFSIM, MATLAB

Experience coordinating and leading technical teams formed to solve complex technical aerospace issues

Willingness to occasionally travel and support customer needs (domestically) up to 20% (as required)

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

Preferred

Master's degree in a STEM field is preferred

(6) or more years of relevant professional or educational experience is preferred

Expertise in simulation frameworks, contractor model review, guidance, navigation and control, interceptor ConOps, fire control ConOps, MBSE or DevSecOps

Strong proficiency in one or more of: MBSE, DevSecOps, AFSIM, MATLAB

Proven experience forming and leading technical teams to solve complex technical aerospace issues

Experience in a rapid acquisition and/or directly a mixed SETA / FFRDC/ Government team

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

A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect