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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

varied

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 and space-enabled capabilities. As a core

component

of EED, t

he Earth Orbit Flight Dynamics Department (EOFDD) provid

es

flight mechanics

expertise

for launch vehicle

s

and space vehicle

s

.

Relevant skills

include orbital mechanic

s

, astrodynamics, trajectory design and optimization, and atmospheric flight modeling and simulation.

We are looking for a

n

Engineering Specialist

/Senior Engineering Specialist

to join the EOFDD team

.

T

he selected candidate will

provide

expertise

for

a wide ran

ge

of

customer

flight mechanics needs

,

supporting both

analysis and research and development

requests

.

The

work will require candidates to provide deep technical solutions

while also

collaboratin

g

with engineering partners

to

facilitate

integrated solutions for our customers

'

hardest problems.

Customers will include

defense, intelligence, and civil and commercial

organizations

. Work Model This position will be a hybrid work model based in El Segundo, CA, Colorado Springs, CO, Chantilly, VA, or Albuquerque, NM, with the expectation that the selected candidate works at least

4

days a week onsite, as the business needs allow

.

What

You'll

Be Doing Primary Support Trajectory

d

esign and opt

imization for launch vehicles

and spacecraft

for missions

operating

in LEO, MEO, HEO, GEO

, and other earth-centric regimes

Astrodynamics and

o

rbital

m

echanics analysis including

orbit propagation and maneuver design and optimization for

orbit transfer,

stationkeeping

, graveyard, disposal, and reentry

events

Analysis of

vehicles with

chemical and/or electric propulsion

Evaluating c

ontested

missions

applications for space systems to

understand threat performance,

assess vulnerabilities, and

improve system resiliency

Exploring and defining the evolving

Dynamic Space Operations (DSO) mission area

Maneuver and orbit design,

selection

,

and optimization for missions that

support

Rendezvous

and Proximity Operations (

RPO

)

objectives

with

complex

operational constraints

Developing Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), exploring Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), and

incorporating operational

constraints

into the design and maturation of space system

s

Providing o

perational support

for nominal

launch and

spacecraft

deployment

and transfer

sequences, anomaly resolution, and on-call emerging event

s

Utilizing

o

ptimal

control

, flight mechanics, and computer science/algorithm development skills to create new capabilities to service

customer requests

as stand

-

alone services and

/or

ready-to-integrate submodules

Performing research and development and

building new

flight dynamics

tools

to cultivate and

maintain

a healthy and modern internal tool base

Leveraging

external tools like ASSET, GPOPS-II, SNOPT,

POST, OTIS,

Copernicus, G

MAT, EMTG,

etc.

where

appropriate to

augment internally

developed capabilities

Additional

inter-department partnership

collaborations

opportunities

: Cislunar and exploration-class

orbital mechanics

analysis

and trajectory optimization

Hypersonics

, missiles, interceptors, and reentry vehicle trajectory design and optimization

supporting Golden Dome or other related mission areas

Time-dependent

Traveling Salesman

Problems and Facility Location Problem

(servicer)

analysis

Integrated,

m

ul

ti

-disciplinary RPO

system simulations

What You Need to be Successful Minimum

Requirements for the

Engineering Specialist

- Flight Mechanics

position: Bachelor's degree in aeronautical

/

astronautical engineering, physics or applied mathematics, or related disciplines

Eight

or more

years of experience

in

flight mechanics,

astrodynamics,

maneuver optimization,

trajectory optimization, launch vehicle trajectory design,

hypersonic vehicle modeling, or

general

trajectory modeling and simulation

Proficiency

in one or more of the following programming languages

and environments

: C, C++, Fortran, Python,

Linux, and/

or MATLAB

The ability to

operate

independently, often in the presence of ambiguity, and still deliver high

-

quality,

innovative,

and

specialized

end products to a range of customers

Willing to travel

domestically

approx.

10%

The ability to obtain and

maintain

a

US security clearance

(

TS clearance (SSBI) with SCI access

)

is

required

. U.S citizenship is

required

to obtain a security clearance.

In addition to the a

bove, the

minimum

requirements for the

Senior

Engineering Specialist

- Flight Mechanics

position

include

: Twelve

or more

years of experience

o

f

relevant

technical

work

The ability to

lead and execute large and sustained technical efforts

with vision to propose, scope, and coordinate these efforts across organizational boundaries

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

aeronautical

/

astronautical engineering, physics or applied mathematics, or related disciplines is strongly desired

Graduate

l

evel

c

ourse work,

research

and/or experience in one or more of the following areas

:

o

rbit

al

mechanics,

astrodynamics,

ascent trajectory modeling,

hypersonic flight simulation,

optimal

control, flight mechanics,

and/or

trajectory modeling and simulation

Experience

using or

building analysis software to combine numerical methods, orbital or flight mechanics, and optimization approaches for launch vehicles,

missiles,

interceptors,

spacecraft, or reentry vehicles

(

hypersonics

)

Experience with nonlinear programming (non-linear programming), direct methods, gradient-based optimization, parameter optimization, genetic algorithms, evolutionary algorithms, heuristic optimization methods, indirect methods, and/or calculus of variations

Advanced algorithm development skills to include parallel processing and scripting experience

Experience with contested space trajectory applications

,

military exercises

,

and wargaming events

Current

TS (SSBI),

TS/SCI

,

and/

or

TS/

SAP 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) $129,000 - $193,500Pay 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

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