GEOINT Ground Architecture Analyst

6 months ago

Chantilly, United States The Aerospace Corporation Full time

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 Electronics and Sensors Division (ESD) is a world-class engineering and scientific leader in electronics and remote sensing systems. The Sensor Modeling and Simulation Department (SMSD) resides within ESD. Our team includes scientists and engineers across a broad range of disciplines actively engaged in developing the next generation of remote sensing systems of national importance.

 SMSD supports all aspects of advanced remote sensing system development:

designing and assessing the performance of optics and the technology components of electro-optical sensor systems,  modeling the end-to-end sensing system, developing innovative data processing and computer vision algorithms, and producing simulated data products for new applications.

Our expertise, combined with sophisticated in-house laboratories and prototyping capabilities, enables SMSD to deliver innovative solutions to national space systems and civil customers. 

We are seeking to hire multiple team members to join the Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) Ground team, helping to model, evaluate, and architect the US Government’s next-generation GEOINT ground mission management, command and control, and mission data processing systems. 

This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, Virginia. 

What You’ll Be Doing   

 Develop innovative techniques and tools for modeling, simulation, visualization, and evaluation of GEOINT mission management, command and control, and mission data processing systems. 

Design, perform, document, and present studies that inform and influence key future GEOINT ground system architecting and acquisition decisions and strategies. 

Serve as a technical advisor to government and internal Aerospace customers to define key performance metrics and schemas for associated essential data exchanges. 

Proactively identify new technologies and commercially available capabilities for potential integration into the GEOINT ground framework. 

What You Need to be Successful   

Minimum Requirements: 

 Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in in Remote Sensing, Imaging Science, Astronomy, Physics, Mathematics, Atmospheric Science, Computer Science, Optical or Electrical Engineering, or another related discipline. 

Industry work experience with one or more of the following: ground system modeling, GEOINT remote sensing modeling, simulation, design, data processing, calibration, characterization, phenomenology, or applications. 

Experience in at least one of the following domains: mission control or mission processing systems for space and/or airborne systems, GEOINT system tasking and/or data processing, or software development. 

 Strong scientific programming skills in one or more of: Matlab, IDL, Python, C++, etc. 

Solid base knowledge of how cloud environments work. 

Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as an integration leader or coordinator across technical contributors

Strong scientific programming skills in one or more of: Matlab, IDL, Python, C++

Demonstrated strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills

Demonstrated strong written and oral communications skills with ability to clarify complex issues and ensure audience understanding

Willingness to travel approximately 10% of time. 

This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. 

How You Can Stand Out   

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: 

Advanced degree from an accredited program in in Remote Sensing, Imaging Science, Astronomy, Physics, Mathematics, Atmospheric Science, Computer Science, Optical or Electrical Engineering, or another related discipline. 

At least eight years of experience after bachelor’s degree with ground system modeling, GEOINT product development, or image or signal processing.

Experience in more than one of the following domains: mission control or mission processing systems for space systems, GEOINT system tasking and/or data processing, and software development. 

Experience with discrete event modeling. 

Hands-on experience designing systems that operate in a cloud environment. 

Experience with agile software development and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence). 

Experience with open standardized data formats, such as XML, JSON, or YAML. 

Proven experience in leadership and ability to mentor junior staff. 

Current and active Top Secret/SCI security clearance. 

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. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

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