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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. We remain committed to maintaining a safe environment for hiring as we look forward to the future of work. Click here for information on Aerospace's COVID-19 directives and safety procedures implemented to keep our workplace safe.The Electronics and Sensors Division (ESD) is a world-class engineering and scientific leader in electronics and remote sensing systems. Within ESD, the Weather Remote Sensing Systems Office (WRSSO) supports Department of Defense (DOD) and Civil customers (NOAA/NASA) in all phases of Space Based Environmental Monitoring Program planning and execution. Areas of focus include Program planning and development, technology maturation, sensor performance, sensor anomaly resolution, requirements definition, data assessment, numerical weather modeling, environmental data product retrievals and algorithms, and sensor data exploitation. The WRSSO also partners with Aerospace's Physical Sciences Laboratory to develop and test novel sensor solutions to meet the remote sensing needs of its customers.What You'll Be Doing- Digital tool development to benefit enterprise environmental remote sensing studies and foster adoption of Aerospace's Digital Engineering initiative
- Perform technical analysis in support of space sensor acquisition customers
- Develop techniques and tools related to weather remote sensing systems, including end-to-end system performance modeling, radiative transfer of microwave and electro-optical infrared sensors, and sensor trade study assessments
- Anticipate customer future needs and develop innovate capabilities and solutions to address such needs through novel sensor solutions
- Collaborate with a wide range of engineering disciplines to formulate and execute technical studies
- Prepare and present technical briefings
- Bachelors degree from an accredited program in science, mathematics or engineering
- At least 3 years of experience in environmental remote sensing or related field (time spent obtaining advanced degree counts towards this).
- Knowledge of the DOD and NOAA/NASA environmental sensing space enterprise
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with, form, and lead technical teams
- Strong scientific programming skills
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Willing to travel domestically up to 20%
- This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
- Masters or PhD from an accredited program in science, mathematics, or engineering
- At least 6+ years of experience in environmental remote sensing or related field (time spent obtaining advanced degree counts towards this).
- Expertise in technical programing associated with environmental remote sensing, including experience with data assimilation systems, numerical weather prediction models, climate modeling
- Expertise with space weather sensing techniques and sensor technologies
- Direct experience supporting Government programs in technical areas supported by the WRSSO
- Awareness of weather and environmental remote sensing mission area trends, key customers/stakeholders, and demonstrated experience working across the enterprise
- Expertise with microwave and electro-optical/infrared environmental remote sensing space systems
- Experience in project planning, resource management, and developing customer relationships
- An active SCI/Top Secret security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
- 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
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