Space Enterprise Optimization Analyst

The Aerospace Corporation

. Conduct deep dives, trade studies, and assessments to define and address customer needs in space architecture design and optimization, trade space exploration, and space vehicle design .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in space architecture design, optimization techniques, and astrodynamics, with proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C++. Capable of leading small teams and effectively communicating technical insights to diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Space Architecture DesignOptimization TechniquesPython ProgrammingConstellation DesignTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

AstrodynamicsSpace Vehicle DesignSimulation DevelopmentModeling and Simulation ToolsGenetic AlgorithmsSatellite Constellation Performance ModelingOrbital MechanicsRequirements VerificationPerformance ModelingAnalysis Software Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringCommunicationRelationship BuildingTechnical Presentation

Tools & Technologies

Engineering Analysis ToolsMATLABC++CCommercial-Off-The-Shelf Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Top Secret/SCI Security ClearanceCI Polygraph

Industry Keywords

Space Mission DesignGeo-Spatial IntelligenceSignals IntelligenceMissile WarningSpace Surveillance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct deep dives, trade studies, and assessments to define and address customer needs in space architecture design and optimization, trade space exploration, and space vehicle design
Leverage in-house, commercial-off-the-shelf, and government-off-the-shelf engineering analysis tools to deliver technical insights
Develop analysis software tools and improve existing simulation and analysis capabilities
Perform space and ground design, optimization, and analysis supporting architecture concept trade studies, requirements verification, analyses-of-alternatives, and performance modeling
Apply optimization techniques and astrodynamics expertise to integrate space vehicle design with constellation optimization
Act as a technical expert for a portfolio of high-impact projects
Present technically accurate presentations and reports communicating analysis results and recommended solutions to technical leads, management, and customers
Build and maintain relationships with cross-organization partners, government customers, and contractor teammates
Collaborate with other analysts and contribute across individual and broader team efforts
Lead and mentor small teams for Sr. Member of the Technical Staff responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

M.S. degree in aerospace, astronautical, or mechanical engineering, physics, operations research, mathematics, or a related field of science or engineering (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
0-1 year of industry work experience
Experience with constellation design, orbital mechanics, or mathematics related to satellite access geometry
Knowledge of Python, C, C++, MATLAB, or another programming language
Ability to support multiple programs and/or activities, acting as a technical contributor across both individual and broader team efforts
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with CI polygraph
U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance
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For Sr. Member of the Technical Staff: PhD degree in aerospace, astronautical, or mechanical engineering, physics, operations research, mathematics, or a related field of science or engineering (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
For Sr. Member of the Technical Staff: Ability to lead and mentor small teams in conducting routine analysis and development tasks as part of larger project efforts
Background in optimization techniques, genetic algorithms, space mission design, satellite constellation performance modeling, satellite orbit access analysis, simulation development, or payload/bus design
Familiarity with geo-spatial intelligence, signals intelligence, missile warning/tracking/defense, space surveillance, space protection, or satellite communication networks
Experience independently creating, executing, and debugging modeling and simulation tools
Current TS/SCI access with a current CI polygraph

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