SIGINT and Geolocation Modeling & Simulation Specialist
Quick Summary
Lead small teams to perform assessments using in-house or internally developed analysis tools that drive recommendations for research, development,
This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, VA, which requires 100% onsite work.
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 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-enabled mission effects.
The Surveillance and Navigation Architecture Performance Department (SNAPD) in the Integrated Performance Subdivision aspires to be the premier force advising the evolution of national security and civil space enterprises, leveraging our modeling and simulation (M&S) expertise to evaluate end-to-end architecture performance.
We are seeking a SIGINT and Geolocation M&S Specialist that will make use of sophisticated simulation tools in support of requirements verification, analyses-of-alternatives, and mission performance modeling for space-based architectures.
Responsibilities
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B.S degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, mathematics, or related discipline from an accredited school.
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8 years of progressively technical modeling and simulation experience.
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Professional experience with one or more of the following subjects: space-related modeling and simulation, geolocation, mission data processing, signal and image processing, space threats, resilient systems, algorithm design, software development, or mathematical modeling.
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Proficiency with one or more software languages that may include Python, C++, Fortran, or MATLAB.
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This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
Requirements
~1 min read12 years of progressively more detailed modeling and simulation experience
Demonstrated technical leadership, personal accountability, and adaptability to changing customer expectations
Knowledge in one or more of these specific national security space or intelligence mission areas: signals intelligence, space surveillance, geo-spatial intelligence, or space protection
What We Offer
~1 min readDuring 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:
The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
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Listing Details
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- June 6, 2026
- Last seen
- June 6, 2026
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- June 6, 2026
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