Agent-Based Portfolio Optimization Leader
Agent-Based Portfolio Optimization Leader
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$ 120800 - 181100
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Job Description
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations 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 youll 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 Aerospaces 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 spaceenabled capabilities.
The Space Enterprise Design and Optimization Department (SEDOD) is in EEDs Enterprise Design Subdivision (EDS). We bring to bear expertise in a wide variety of fields to tackle tough problems and explore novel ideas directly impacting the future of the space enterprise. We primarily focus on the performance modeling analysis and optimization of orbits mission architectures and acquisition portfolios. We are searching for someone to join a team of engineers mathematicians and scientists and grow our department of highly skilled technical specialists. Join us today and become a part of a culture that promotes innovation growth and technical excellence!
As part of SEDOD and EDS a technical leader on our staff will design and execute studies or development efforts for a portfolio of highimpact projects across the department and division. They will lead teams of analysts in support of these goals providing guidance structure and advice as needed while also cultivating technical and leadership skills in the team. Additionally they will leverage and grow their own domain knowledge by performing space and ground design optimization and analysis in support of architecture concept trade studies requirements verification analysesofalternatives and performance modeling. They will also coordinate integration of agentbased simulationsto proactively assist with trade space exploration efforts.
Work Model:
This position is 100 onsite at one of the following Aerospace Corporation locations: Chantilly VA; El Segundo CA; Colorado Springs CO; or Huntsville AL. This position also offers a Hybrid work model with up to one day per week of remote work as business needs allow.
What Youll Be Doing
Leading teams of skilled analysts to conduct technical deep dives trade studies and assessments to satisfy project objectives and tasks
Independently and collaboratively providing subject matter expertise to program offices and government customers in the areas of space architecture design and optimization trade space exploration and portfolio analysis
Coordinating and organizing analysis efforts using modeling and simulation capabilities through a combination of agentbased simulation and multiobjective optimization
Planning and executing studies providing technical insights to customers and supporting recommendations for customer research development and acquisition decisions
Helping to sustain develop grow and deploy simulation and analysis capabilities to support new functional areas for a diverse and expanding customer base
Supporting workforce development by assisting management with longrange planning business development resource acquisition recruiting training and mentorship
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:
B.S. degree in aerospace astronautical or mechanical engineering physics operations research mathematics or a related field of science or engineering
6 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 teams delivering substantial technical analyses or development efforts in support of customerdriven projects
Background in one or more of the following: optimization techniques orbital mechanics satellite constellation performance modeling or satellite orbit access analysis
Knowledge of Python C C Matlab or another programming language
Willing to support occasional travel domestically
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is to obtain a security clearance.
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
Experience with Advanced Framework for Simulation Integration and Modeling (AFSIM) or other agentbased simulations
Work history in one of these specific national security space or intelligence mission areas: geospatial intelligence signals intelligence space surveillance space protection ground systems or communications infrastructure supporting defense or intelligence capabilities.
Thorough knowledge of Intelligence Community or U.S. Department of Defense business practices acquisition policies or space mission portfolios
Extensive experience producing analyses and communicating results to various sized audiences
Prior experience as the lead for matrixed teams with diverse skill sets to solve multidisciplinary challenges
Current and active TopSecret Clearance (TS) with SCI access
We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The gradebased pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge and skills.
(Min Max)
$120800 $181100Pay Basis: AnnualLeadership 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 industryleading 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 companypaid 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 otherthe 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 colorreligiongeneticinformation 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 youre 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 .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
