OPIR Modeling and Simulation Engineer
4 hours ago
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a highly skilled OPIR Modeling and Simulation Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Integrated Sensor Design & Analysis Department, you will be responsible for supporting the development of new remote sensing concepts using physics-based modeling and simulation.
Key Responsibilities- Support the Department of Defense, particularly the Air Force Space and Missile Center (SMC) and the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), on a wide range of projects, from rapid-development prototypes to Class A satellites.
- Provide electro-optical expertise in the areas of Earth remote sensing and overhead persistent infrared (OPIR) missile warning/tracking.
- Work independently and collaborate with senior staff and department management to solve complex technical problems.
- Support the development of new remote sensing concepts, including the development of technical performance requirements and the assessment of proposed designs.
- Interface frequently with program office and government personnel.
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or optics, physics, electrical engineering, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience performing electro-optical sensor, system, and/or phenomenology modeling and simulation.
- Demonstrated experience using a common processing language (e.g., MATLAB, Python, IDL, C/C++, Fortran) to implement solutions to problems in remote sensing.
- Strong analytic problem-solving skills relating to the performance of passive remote sensing electro-optical visible and infrared sensors.
- Experience with OPIR systems and topics such as radiometry, radiative transfer modeling, target detection, sensor performance metrics, earth-background infrared signatures, and visible and infrared backgrounds.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work interactively and effectively with government customers and contractor personnel.
- Must have or be able to obtain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) SSBI security clearance, which is issued by the US government.
- Experience with modern, distributed modeling & simulation frameworks.
- Direct and relevant experience with overhead persistent infrared systems.
- Experience with multi-disciplinary modeling & simulation including targets, orbits and trajectories, and electro-optical sensor systems.
The Aerospace Corporation offers a competitive compensation package, including a grade-based pay range of $110,400 - $193,500, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation, comprehensive health care and wellness plans, and a 401(k) Plan with company-paid contributions.
Leadership CompetenciesThe Aerospace Corporation values leadership and encourages every employee to demonstrate leadership. Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. We want individuals who operate strategically, lead change, engage with impact, foster innovation, and deliver results.
Equal Opportunity CommitmentThe 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.
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