Modeling and Simulation Computing Manager

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.

Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.

The Modeling and Simulation Computing Department (MSCD) consists of a team dedicated to ground-breaking software solutions and capabilities for government and commercial customer needs.  We are looking for an Engineering Manager for Modeling and Simulation Computing, Implementation and Optimization Section (Engineering Manager - Systems and Modeling and Simulation Engineer). We enable detailed and complex modeling, analysis, optimization, and visualization of satellite orbits, system architectures, and engineering trade-spaces to provide customer decision support for the future of space.

Work Model

This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, VA, or Colorado Springs, CO, offering a hybrid work model that combines 4 regular onsite workdays and remote flexibility as the business needs allow. 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage the Implementation and Optimization Section within MSCD comprised of talented developers responsible for employing modern software practices to maintain and enhance a wide range of advanced modeling capabilities in support of Aerospace customers.
  • Build a talented organization through recruiting, hiring, and on-boarding new staff
  • Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment, maintain team morale, and monitor individual well-being and job satisfaction
  • Develop staff through performance management, evaluation, coaching, mentoring
  • Obtain, manage, and tailor work assignments to staff skillsets
  • Ensure the technical quality of staff work products
  • Acquire resources necessary for the success of the staff
  • Manage overall capabilities of the section paying attention to health/status and necessary evolutions to support customers
  • Interface with program office and government customers, other corporate support organizations, as well as other ETG departments
  • Execute business administration functions (e.g., budget, resource allocation)
  • Mentor junior developers to effectively engage with customers and teammates on best practices for software architecture design, requirements development, and workflow integration.
  • Collaborate with department management and other managers as needed
• In addition to leadership and management functions, act as a technical leader and contributor for:
  • Design of subdivision software architecture and workflows to meet capability requirements
  • Integration of subdivision software and workflows to meet user needs
  • Partnering with analysis leads and customers to ensure readiness and extendibility of software capabilities

What You Need to be Successful – Engineering Manager - Modeling & Simulation and Systems Software Engineering

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM
• Demonstrated experience leading development teams, coordinating complex technical tasks among team members, and translating customer needs into viable instructions for developers
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and complete tasks, learn new technical approaches, and interact effectively with a broad range of organizations
• Substantial experience with modeling and simulation software development in two or more of the following areas: architecture performance analysis and modeling, optimization and/or decision support, communications systems analysis, digital engineering, HPC computing, cloud computing, software and/or simulation development
• Proficiency in one or more of the department’s core computer languages such as C++ or Python
• Experience leveraging software configuration management and collaboration tools in team environments (Bitbucket, Jira, GitHub, or similar)
• Experience in the use and maintenance of PC or UNIX platforms, and associated software
• Prior experience working in an engineering matrix that supports Aerospace program office personnel or similar
• Willing to travel occasionally to corporate or customer locations to support efforts as needed
• A current and active TS/SCI security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Advanced degree in STEM
• Extensive experience with successfully developing new capabilities for analysis tools, workflows, or related efforts
• Experience in hiring, mentoring, training, and development of personnel
• Knowledge and understanding of corporate policies and practices and organizational structure

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)

$134,200 - $201,300

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 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.