Launch Systems 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.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
The Strategic and Global Awareness (SGA) Directorate (Project West Wing) provides technical intelligence analysis and research for a broad range of national security space and intelligence community customers. SGA is a key leader in corporate efforts to help the U.S. space enterprise outpace the threats to our national space systems.
Join a team of technical intelligence analysts in the International Launch Systems office of SGA to support missile warning, missile defense and other programs. As part of the team, you will identify and solve hard intelligence problems that impact current and future customer missions. Anticipate and articulate future threats, develop and recommend courses of actions. Work closely with, but independently of, intelligence community and contractor counterparts. Document and defend your results.
This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA at Los Aneles Air Force Base.
What You'll Be Doing

• Analyze foreign missile and space launch systems, characterize system performance and capabilities
• Use science and engineering to interpret all-source intelligence data and develop models of missile flight characteristics and signatures
• Identify and resolve gaps in intelligence assessments and propose innovative solutions to solving hard problems
• Provide threat analysis to support missile warning and missile defense system development, test and operations
• Develop new analysis methodologies and tools to fuse intelligence data and address data uncertainties and gaps
• Maintain currency with foreign missile and space launch system developments and collaborate with intelligence community counterparts to improve threat assessments and models
• Prepare and present technical briefings and reports and participate in defense and intelligence community technical interchanges

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:

• An inherent interest in tackling and solving problems that matter
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Physical Science or Math with a minimum of 6 years applicable experience
• An interest in or skills for performing systems level analyses with sparse and/or varied data
• A background in the analysis and simulation of space or missile systems
• Experience in engineering subject areas such as propulsion, guidance and control, aerodynamics, signatures, trajectory reconstruction/design, or parameter estimation
• Strong Windows-based computing/programming skills, MATLAB/Python
• A proven track record of working independently
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, particularly technical writing
• Possess or be eligible for a Top Secret clearance and SCI access, which is issued by the US government. US Citizenship is required to acquire a security clearance.
• Ability to Travel

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of the following:

• Advanced degree
• Prior experience and familiarity with military and intelligence community organizations
• Experience with classified data handling
• Existing TS/SSBI/SCI security clearance, issued by the U.S. Government

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 - Mid - Max)
$103,285 - $168,019 - $232,752
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 diverse 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/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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 [email protected]. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.