Enterprise Kill Chain M&S Staff Analyst

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s 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, you’ll 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 Aerospace’s 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-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 modeling. As a member of CMED, you will  provide  technical 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, military  utility  and capability drawdown,  killchain  effectiveness, 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!

Work Model: This is a full-time, 100% onsite position  located  in either  El Segundo, CA , Colorado Springs, CO, or Chantilly, VA .

What  You’ll  Be Doing Use and contribute to the development of in-house and commercial/government- off -the-shelf engineering analysis tools.

Contribute to technical analysis projects.

Develop and deliver  timely  and technically  accurate  presentations and reports.

Travel occasionally as  required .

What You Need to be Successful –  Member of the Technical Staff   – Modeling & Simulation Engineering Minimum  Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, physics, operations research, or closely related technical field from an accredited school.

One or more years of professional engineering experience ; May be satisfied by an MS degree.

Experience with Python and/or C++.

Proficiency with the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM).

Technical understanding of space operations, red vs blue simulations, military utility, threat  phenomenologies , kill chain effectiveness, communications infrastructure, and/or command and control (C2).

Ability to work on dynamic work assignments.

Excellent interpersonal skills with effective oral and written communication skills.

Current Top Secret clearance

How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you  have  one or more of these: A Master ’ s degree in applicable STEM fields or other relevant disciplines.

Demonstrated strength in sensor- and architecture-level simulations and mission performance assessments.

Knowledge of Intelligence Community, U.S. Department of Defense, and Department of the Air Force business practices and programs.

Current Top Secret/SCI Clearance with polygraph, and special programs access.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll 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) $86,600.00 - $129,800.00

Pay Basis: Annual Leadership 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 other—the 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 equal opportunity 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, color, religion, genetic information, 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 you’re 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 email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal .