Process Modeling & Simulation Engineering Specialist

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.
Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff combine expertise in software engineering, cybersecurity, and engineering applications with the latest in information system technologies to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our IC, DoD, and civilian customers.
This position is a hybrid role, and can work mostly remotely with some onsite work in El Segundo, CA.
What You'll Be Doing

• The primary function of this role is providing organizational process modeling services to U.S. Space Force and National Reconnaissance Office program office personnel and system development contractors. This work is necessary for providing our customers with the information they require for effective management of their programs, especially software-intensive system acquisition programs.
• This position reports to the Director of the Software Process, Modeling, and Measurement Department within the Software Engineering Subdivision.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities include other work as needed, such as software process guidance and improvement, software measurement, and program reviews.

This position can be filled as a Process Modeling & Simulation Engineering Specialist or Sr. Process Modeling & Simulation Engineering Specialist.
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements for Engineering Specialist:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited program in computer science, software or industrial engineering, mathematics, or closely related field
• Ten or more years of experience in professional software development is typical
• Strong technical background and clearly demonstrated expertise in software development processes
• Ability to model organizational workflows, processes, and systems using commercial simulation software
• Basic working knowledge of statistics for analyzing model inputs and outputs
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively within a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as demonstrated in publications and presentations
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Willing to travel domestically approximately 10%
• This position requires U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance issued by the U.S. government.

Minimum Requirements for Sr. Engineering Specialist:

• All the requirements above for Engineering Specialist
• Experience conducting modeling study engagements from proposal through delivery of results, including process and data elicitation, modeling (input analysis, runs for statistics, output analysis), and verification and validation.

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

• Masters or Ph.D. degree from an accredited program in computer science, software or industrial engineering, mathematics, or closely related field.
• Three or more years of experience in continuous and discrete event modeling and simulation
• Experience in modeling and simulating software development processes
• Experience in statistical design of experiments (DOE) for simulation models
• Familiarity with modeling and simulation software, for example ExtendSim and Vensim
• Active DoD TS/SCI clearance

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.