Electro-Optical Sensor Analyst Missile Warning

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.

At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD) we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our countrys space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics sensors radar artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration. With innovative laboratories and prototyping MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense intelligence community and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD!

The Integrated Sensor Design and Analysis Department (ISDAD) within the Sensor Systems Subdivision (SSS) in MPDis seeking an electrooptical analyst with a focus on missile warning to join our team of scientists and engineers engaged in developing the next generation of remote sensing systems of national importance. The ISDAD team supports all aspects of advanced remote sensing system development: designing and assessing the performance of optics and electrooptical sensor systems modeling the endtoend sensing system developing innovative data processing and computer vision algorithms and producing simulated data products for new work directly influences government architecture and acquisition decisions and assists our customer counterparts with designing acquiring and fielding the most advanced capabilities in the world that are crucial for defending our nation.

As an electrooptical analyst joining the Integrated Sensor Design & Analysis Department you will continue to develop your expertise and skills in the modeling and simulation of remote sensing systems and constellations of such systems with a specific focus on overhead persistent infrared missile warning and tracking systems. In the future you will be able to apply this expertise to other types of electrooptical sensor systems (intelligence and surveillance space domain/situational awareness etc..

Work Model:This is a fulltime position based in El Segundo CA. This role is onsite due to the nature of the work with occasional flexibility for telework.

What Youll Be Doing

• Develop and leverage cuttingedge physicsbased models for electrooptical sensor systems and constellations of sensor systems with an emphasis on overhead persistent infrared (OPIR i.e. missile warning/tracking).

• Support the Department of Defense especially the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) and the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) on a wide variety of projects from rapiddevelopment prototypes through Class A satellites and from preproposal phases through onorbit support.

• Conduct advanced systemofsystems analysis to enhance mission effectiveness and inform strategic decisionmaking.

• Partner and advise government customers on best practices and solution spaces related to electrooptical system performance and requirements

• Lead and collaborate within crossfunctional teams in developing endtoend system and performance modeling tools across multiple software interfaces

• Communicate technical insights and strategic recommendations to government leaders and key stakeholders to drive informed decisionmaking for acquisition and architecture

What You Need to be Successful Senior Member of Technical Staff

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree from a relevant technical discipline such as: Remote Sensing Imaging Science Physics Mathematics Atmospheric Science Computer Science Optical or Electrical Engineering or another related discipline

• 4 or more years of postBachelors experience in related fields such as: remote sensing system modeling simulation design computer vision data processing calibration characterization phenomenology and/or applications of remote sensor systems

• Demonstrable scientific programming skills

• Experiencein modeling analysis and/or performance evaluation of electrooptical and infrared (EO/IR) remote sensing space systems

• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 10 of time

• This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance 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 Engineering Specialist include:

• 6 or more years (in total) of postBachelors (industry or academic) experience in related fields such as: remote sensing system modeling simulation design computer vision data processing calibration characterization phenomenology and/or applications of remote sensor systems

• Direct and relevant experience with overhead persistent infrared systems.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Advanced degree in STEM field including Remote Sensing Imaging Science Astronomy Physics Mathematics Atmospheric Science Computer Science Optical or Electrical Engineering Guidance Navigation & Controls or another related discipline

• Demonstrated expertise with modeling and simulation of OPIR sensor systems particularly in C and Python including familiarity with software version control systems (git subversion)

• Experience with any of the following: agile software development and Atlassian tools (Jira Confluence) FORTRAN evaluating sensor hardware performance missile target profiles and radiant signatures orbits and trajectories.

• Proven experience in leadership and ability to mentor junior staff.

• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to nontechnical audiences including the preparation and delivery of technical briefings

• Proven ability to lead and collaborate within crossfunctional engineering teams

• Current and active Top Secret/SCI security clearance

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.

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• 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.

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