Radar Remote Sensing Modeling & Coordination Engineer

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 National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch.
The GEOINT Innovations Office's Futures Architecture Department serves as a lead technical advisor to the NRO's Office of the GEOINT Chief Architect. We are looking for a Radar Remote Sensing Modeling & Coordination Engineer to lead efforts that will have an impact on the design and acquisition of next generation GEOINT space architecture in this highly influential office. In this essential role, you will provide objective technical feedback to key architecture and enterprise level decisions in the NRO GEOINT Directorate and beyond!
This position requires 100% on site work in Chantilly, VA., and can be filled as a Project Engineer or Sr. Project Engineer.
What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and coordinate domain experts from Aerospace's Engineering Matrix organization to perform orbit design trades for remote sensing radar constellations in the evaluation of future GEOINT architectures for performance, user requirements satisfaction, and mission utility
• Work independently and organize technical support to conduct constellation and architecture level trades to include constellation sizing, orbit design, and configuration with a focus on remote sensing radar payloads and systems
• Respond to urgent technical questions originating from multiple agencies (NRO, NGA, DoD, ODNI), NRO Leadership, and Congressional direction
• Communicate across Aerospace, SETA, and Government teams
• Present results to senior level program office management
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to team members in the Engineering Matrix organization

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements for the Project Engineer role:

• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, mathematics, or related technical field
• 8 years of progressively more responsible experience
• Technical experience in architecture modeling, orbital mechanics, and space systems
• Familiarity with remote sensing radar or RF mission payloads
• This position requires an active Top Secret security clearance which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

In addition to the above, the following are the minimum requirements for the Senior Project Engineer role

• 12 years of progressively more responsible experience
• Experience in remote sensing radar or RF mission payloads
• Strong understanding Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary technical teams and integrate their results into decision-driving products

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

• An advanced degree in science, engineering, mathematics, or related technical field
• Strong understanding of GEOINT architectures, Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Moving Target Indication
• Knowledge of relevant Aerospace resources or experience working with an engineering reach back organization.
• Experience in planning or conducting architectural and optimization trade-studies
• Experience developing visualizations using modeling and simulation software to depict constellations and architectures
• Program Office experience working directly with contractors, SETA, and government customers
• Experience working within the intelligence community and advising senior officials
• Proven capability to address and solve complex challenges
• Strong organization and communication skills
• This position will require the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SSBI/SCI security clearance and polygraph which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

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.
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