Enterprise Resiliency Modeling and Simulation Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

. Provide technical capabilities supporting customers in modeling, simulation, and analysis of space, air, and ground-based systems of systems .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in modeling, simulation, and analysis of space, air, and ground-based systems, with proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, or MATLAB. Capable of conducting technical assessments and delivering accurate presentations while adapting to diverse tasks and priorities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Degree In EngineeringProficiency In PythonExperience With Orbital MechanicsAbility To Obtain Top-Secret Security ClearanceExperience With Space Systems

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Hard Skills

ModelingSimulationAnalysisProgramming In PythonProgramming In C++Programming In MATLABTechnical AssessmentsTrade StudiesTechnical PresentationsProblem Definition

Soft Skills

Personal AccountabilityDesire To LearnAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Engineering Analysis SoftwareCommercial Off-The-Shelf ToolsGovernment Off-The-Shelf Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Top-Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Space SystemsOrbital MechanicsRemote SensingCommunications And NetworksGuidance Navigation And ControlConcept Of Operations (CONOPS)Multi-Disciplinary Teams

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonRemote SensingTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical capabilities supporting customers in modeling, simulation, and analysis of space, air, and ground-based systems of systems
Investigate architecture and concept of operations (CONOPS) performance in nominal and contested operating environments
Use and contribute to development of in-house and commercial/government-off-the-shelf engineering analysis software tools
Conduct technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments in multi-disciplinary teams to define problems and support customer decisions
Develop and deliver timely and technically accurate presentations and reports
Travel occasionally as necessary to support customer efforts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced (M.S. or Ph.D.) degree in engineering (aerospace, astronautical, mechanical, electrical, or software), computer science, physics, operations research or closely related technical field from an accredited school (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
0-1 year industry experience
Experience with one or more of the following: orbital mechanics, space systems, remote sensing, communications and networks, or guidance, navigation, and control
Proficiency with a programming language such as Python, C++, or MATLAB
A history that shows personal accountability, a desire to learn, and an ability to adapt to varying tasks and priorities
Ability to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance (TS) with SCI access
U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance
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Benefits

Comp & perks

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