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Enterprise Kill Chain M&S Staff Analyst

The Aerospace Corporation
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), relocation assistance
United States, Colorado, Colorado Springs
Apr 06, 2026
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 divisionleveragesa 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 Cross-Mission Effectiveness Department (CMED) in the Integrated Performance Subdivision leads integration and application of modeling and simulation capabilities and modern analysis workflows to support end-to-end effects chain analysis and space and space-enabled campaign modeling.As a member ofCMED, you willprovidetechnical capabilities to support our customers in modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) of space, air, and ground-based systems of systems to investigate architecture and concept of operations (CONOPS) performance in nominal and contested operating environments. MS&A focus areas include agent-based modeling, red vs blue simulations, militaryutilityand capability drawdown,killchaineffectiveness, enterprise architecture resiliency, and command and control (C2) evaluation. We support a variety of customers with diverse program portfolios, and we are looking for curious and innovative teammates to help us address our customers' hardest problems! Work Model: Thisis afull-time, 100%onsitepositionlocatedin eitherEl Segundo, CA, Colorado Springs, CO, or Chantilly, VA. WhatYou'llBe Doing Advancing our software solutionsfor modeling and simulation applications Leveraging modern tech stackand enforcing best practices in modern software development and maintainability Assistingin convertingprogrammatic requirements into actionable work Work closely with our cross-missionfocused program offices and customers to translate their program needs into modeling, simulation, and analysis tasks. Develop and present briefings and reports for program offices and customers. Traveloccasionally asrequired. What You Need to be Successful-Member of Technical Staff-Signal & Image Processing and Modeling & Simulation Engineering MinimumRequirements: Bachelor'sor advanced degree from an accredited program in computer science,electrical engineering, optical engineering,physics,mathematics,or related field Twoor more years of experience inmodernsoftwaredevelopmentusing a systems software language ProficiencyinC++, preferably in C++20 Comfortable working with and following a large code base in C++ Experience with Python Experience in modeling and simulation Experience in at least one of the following:optics, beam control,filtering, multi-in tracking,tasking, mission management, data transport, C2 processes, SIGINT system modeling, kill chain analysis, orbit determination Ability to work both independently and cooperatively within a team and manage multiple simultaneous tasks Demonstrated strong work ethic, self-motivation, and willingness to take initiative Excellent written and verbal communication skills A bias for action and the ability toidentifyshortcomings and addressthem with initiative This position requires ability to obtain andmaintaina Top Secret/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship isrequiredto obtain a security clearance. How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if youhaveone or more of these: A Masters degree in applicable STEM areas or other relevant disciplines. Proficiencywith the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM). Demonstrated strength in sensor-and architecture-levelsimulationsandmission performance assessments. Knowledge of Intelligence Community, U.S. Department of Defense, and Department of the Air Force business practices and programs. Current Top Secret/SCIClearancewithpolygraph, and special programs 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 - Max) $95,200.00 - $142,800.00 Pay 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 various 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity 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,geneticinformation, 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 emailat peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org .You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.