Lead Space Sensing Modeling Engineer
2 weeks ago
Why Choose MITRE?
At MITRE, we believe in balancing impactful work with a rewarding life. Our dedicated team is focused on addressing the most pressing challenges facing our nation, while we prioritize the well-being of our employees. Unlike typical technology firms, MITRE operates as a not-for-profit organization, dedicated to serving the public interest without commercial conflicts. Our research and development centers contribute significantly across various sectors, including cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. Every day, we strive to create a safer, healthier, and more secure world. Our workplace embodies our core values, offering competitive benefits, exceptional professional development, and a culture that fosters innovation, diversity, inclusion, and career advancement.
Department Overview:
The N111 Future Space Capabilities Department is committed to providing strategic insights and data-driven analysis to empower the Department of the Air Force and the US Space Force in designing, developing, acquiring, and integrating future warfighting space mission architectures. Our mission is to create, integrate, and evaluate space concepts, technologies, and enterprise architectures to effectively counter emerging threats.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as a Senior Space Sensing Modeling & Simulation Engineer, addressing critical technical challenges in the public interest.
- Collaborate with various MITRE and government entities to enhance the capabilities and resilience of the space enterprise.
- Act as a technical expert in Modeling & Simulation (M&S) and a trusted advisor to the Space Systems Command's Space Sensing Directorate.
- Support the acquisition of robust Missile Warning and Missile Tracking capabilities, ensuring alignment between Material Leaders and MITRE specialists.
- Define, develop, and implement MITRE's M&S strategy in partnership with the Space Sensing Project Leader.
- Coordinate M&S activities across multiple teams, including the Missile Defense Agency and the Intelligence Community, focusing on critical missions such as Missile Warning and Technical Intelligence.
- Mentor junior team members to enhance the overall M&S capabilities of the team.
- Champion MITRE's influence within the space systems development sector.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 3 years with a Master's degree; or a PhD with applicable experience.
- Proven expertise in sensors or Systems Engineering Modeling & Simulation.
- Experience in delivering M&S solutions and capabilities.
- Ability to collaborate effectively and build consensus across different organizational units.
- Strong critical thinking skills and proactive problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication skills for conveying complex concepts.
- Proficient in technical writing and oral presentations.
- This role requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site work.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree or higher in a relevant discipline.
- Five years of experience with Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) technology.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
- Recognized expertise in Space systems and Modeling & Simulation.
- Experience with Missile Warning and Missile Defense systems.
- Top Secret clearance is preferred.
- Familiarity with Digital Engineering practices.
Compensation:
Salary range: $115,000 - $144,000 - $173,000 annually.
MITRE is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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