2026 Enterprise Modeling and Simulation Engineer
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Job Location:
El Segundo, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 100000 - 140000
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 divisionleveragesa 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-enabled mission effects.
The Cross-Mission Effectiveness Department (CMED) in the Integrated Performance Subdivision leads integration and application of modeling and simulation capabilities and modern analysis workflows to support end-to-end effects chain analysis and space and space-enabled campaign a member ofCMED you willprovidetechnical capabilities to support our customers in modeling simulation and analysis (MS&A) of space air and ground-based systems of systems to investigate architecture and concept of operations (CONOPS) performance in nominal and contested operating environments. MS&A focus areas include agent-based modeling red vs blue simulations militaryutilityand capability drawdownkillchaineffectiveness enterprise architecture resiliency and command and control (C2) evaluation. We support a variety of customers with diverse program portfolios and we are looking for curious and innovative teammates to help us address our customers hardest problems!
Thisis afull-time 100%onsite position locatedineitherEl Segundo CA Colorado Springs CO or Chantilly VA.
WhatYoullBe Doing
Advancing our software solutionsfor modeling and simulation applications
Leveraging modern tech stackand enforcing best practices in modern software development and maintainability
Assistingin convertingprogrammatic requirements into actionable work
Work closely with our cross-missionfocused program offices and customers to translate their program needs into modeling simulation and analysis tasks.
Develop and present briefings and reports for program offices and customers.
Traveloccasionally as.
What You Need to be Successful
MinimumRequirements:
Masters degree from an accredited program in computer scienceelectrical engineering optical engineeringphysicsmathematicsor related field(pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
0-1 yr experience
Comfortable working with and following a large code base in C
Proficiency with C Preferably C 20
Experience with Python
Projects or coursework in modeling and simulation
Coursework or project work in at least one of the following:optics beam controlfiltering multi-in trackingtasking mission management data transport C2 processes SIGINT system modeling kill chain analysis orbit determination
Ability to work both independently and cooperatively within a team and manage multiple simultaneous tasks
Demonstrated strong work ethic self-motivation and willingness to take initiative
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A bias for action and the ability toidentifyshortcomings and addressthem with initiative
This position requires ability to obtain andmaintaina Top Secret/SCI security clearance which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship isto obtain a security clearance.
Transcripts required
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if youhaveone or more of these:
APhDdegree from an accredited program in computer scienceelectrical engineering optical engineeringphysicsmathematicsor related field(pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
0-1 yrs experience
Proficiencywith the Advanced Framework for Simulation Integration and Modeling (AFSIM).
Demonstrated strength in sensor-and architecture-levelsimulationsandmission performance assessments.
Knowledge of Intelligence Community U.S. Department of Defense and Department of the Air Force business practices and programs.
Current Top Secret/SCIClearancewithpolygraph and special programs 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 grade-based 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)
$100000.00 - $140000.00Pay 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 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 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:
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About Company
Aerospace operates the only federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) committed exclusively to the space enterprise. Our technical experts span every discipline of space-related science and engineering.
