2024 Sensor Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Company: The Aerospace Corporation
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: September 11, 2023

Job Description:

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 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 electro-optical focal plane arrays, modeling the end-to-end sensing system, simulating target scenes and atmospheres, 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.

Work Model:

100% Onsite: This position will be located 100% onsite in Chantilly, Virginia.

What You'll Be Doing

• Use innovative techniques and tools for applications including image chain modeling, scene simulation, spectroscopy, computer vision, change detection and tracking, space domain awareness, lidar and 3D remote sensing, radio frequency remote sensing, product quality metrics, optics, calibration, and/or data simulation.
• Apply best practices for modeling & simulation software development to augment existing software capabilities.
• Advise government and internal Aerospace customers on operational and R&D remote sensing system performance.
• Perform, document, and present results of studies using deterministic and probabilistic numerical analysis techniques.
• Present and promote your work to contractors and customers to inform and influence key decisions and drive system requirements. What You Need to be Successful
  
  Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited program in Remote Sensing, Imaging Science, Astronomy, Physics, Mathematics, Atmospheric Science, Computer Science, Optical or Electrical Engineering, or another related discipline. (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
  • 0-1 year of industry work experience with remote sensing modeling, simulation, design, data processing, calibration, characterization, phenomenology, or applications.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Strong scientific programming skills: Python, C++, Matlab, IDL, etc.
  • Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • 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.
    • Proven experience in leadership and ability to mentor, teach, or coach others.
    • Experience with agile software development and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).
    • Demonstrated experience with modeling and simulation of sensor performance figures of merit (e.g., SNR, NESR)
    • Demonstrated experience with modeling/simulation and analysis of target EO signatures and associated phenomenology in visible and infrared regions of the spectrum (to include multispectral and hyperspectral signature phenomenology)
    • Experience with evaluating sensor hardware performance.
    • Experience with synthetic scene generation (with tools such as DIRSIG or Unreal Engine).
    • Experience modeling atmospheric radiative transfer effects (with tools such as MODTRAN).
    • Current and active Top Secret/SCI security clearance. Transcripts are required for this position
      
      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.
        
        Equal Opportunity Commitment
        
        The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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 ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

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