2024 Space Situational Awareness and Spaceflight Safety Analyst - Chantilly, United States - Nutanix
Description
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.
Space Situational Awareness and Spaceflight Safety AnalystJob Summary
The Systems Engineering Division (SED) provides unmatched experience in systems engineering to the U.S.
government and to numerous public and private agencies, universities, nonprofit organizations, consortia, and commercial companies involved in the advanced application of space technology.
From systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization, astrodynamics, orbital debris, navigation, failure analysis, mission assurance, cost and schedule assessment, and economic market analysis, SED exploits an incredibly broad array of engineering and business disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs and national challenges.
Work ModelThis position will require onsite support for a minimum of 3 days in either El Segundo, CA, Chantilly, VA, or Colorado Springs, CO with partial remote work options.
What You'll Be DoingAs a member of the Space Situational Awareness and Spaceflight Safety Team, you will be providing technical capabilities to support our customers in space situational awareness analysis and flight safety.
In this role, you will:
You will contribute to multiple focus areas of the department, which include space domain awareness (SDA), SDA data management, space object tracking and cataloguing, space debris analysis, launch support, space traffic management, radio-frequency interference, and laser deconfliction.
Independently conduct technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments in teams with multi-disciplinary technical leaders, Aerospace Program Office personnel, and external customers to define and address customer needs
Develop and present timely and technically accurate briefings and reports that clearly communicate analysis results and provide recommended solutions to technical leads, management, and customers
Travel occasionally (as necessary) to support customer efforts
What You Need to be Successful
Master's or PhD degreefrom an accredited college/university programin
Aerospace engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related technical discipline (Pursuing or conferred within the last 12 months)
0-1 year of professional postgraduate experience
Organizational skills, to include:
Self-management of multiple tasks, deadlines, and deliverables
Ability to take direction, work independently, and develop productive working relationships
Aptitude with astrodynamics and related mathematics
Skills in mathematical formulation and derivation
Demonstrated skills in the development and use of computer software tools
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
transcripts require
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Experience with Python, C, and/or Fortran
Direct experience in primary department areas of support
Meaningful and consistent contribution to a substantial technical analytical or development project through its successful fruition
Expertise in team coordination and/or mentorship
Current and active Top-Secret Clearance (TS) with SCI 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 - Mid - Max)$92,000 - $102,000 - $120,000Pay 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 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.
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.
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