Mission Data & Simulation Integration Engineer

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.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technicalexpertise. 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’llbe part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

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 Information System Cyber Division is seeking an experiencedmission focusedCross Pillar Integration Engineer to support ourDigitaland AItransformation initiatives.This hands-on technical role bridges the critical gap between modernizednext generationModeling & Simulation (M&S)software, enterpriseDataManagementPlatforms(DMP),multiple computing environments,emerging agentic workflows,and the complex mission requirements theywillsupportfor Aerospace and its customers.In this role, you will work directly withcutting-edgeM&S tools, mission data, andDMPsto enableagenticdata-driven simulation capabilitiesand workflowsacross multiple space mission programs. You will be embedded in both the technical implementation and the mission context, ensuring that data flows seamlessly from enterprise repositories into simulation environments whilemaintainingfidelity, traceability, and reusability.Inherentinthis jobwill beopportunitiestosignificantly influence the futureofdigital capabilitiesforboth the government and the AerospaceCorporation.

This is a fulltime position that requires: 100% onsitework Huntsville,AL

WhatYou’llBe Doing

• Design and implement data pipelines and integration servicesconnecting ASOT platforms to modernized M&S software, enabling centralized data consumption across multiple mission programs while ensuring data quality, validation, and traceability

• Develop deep understanding ofAerospace customermission operations and requirementsto effectively translate mission needs into technical data specifications and integration solutions

• Provide hands-on technical support for M&S software toolsacross multiple customer programs, including configuration, customization, troubleshooting, simulation execution support, and results validation

• Build andmaintaindata transformation logic and adaptersto convert enterprise data formats into simulation-ready representations while preserving semantic meaning of mission datasets (egorbital parameters, spacecraft configurations, sensor characteristics, environmental models)

• Support migration of embedded legacy data to modernData Managementplatforms, ensuring data integrity andestablishingpatterns for reusable, centralized data management versus software-embedded datasets

• Serve as technical liaisonbetween data management teams, M&S software developers, mission analysts, and stakeholders across diverse programs with varying requirements and classification levels

• Develop scripts, utilities, and automation toolsto streamline data preparation, ingestion, post-processing workflows, andoptimizedata schemas and access patterns for M&S workloads

• Collaborate with multiple customer programs simultaneously, adapting integration approaches to meet varying operational timelines and priorities whileparticipatingin technical reviews and program meetings

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or other technical discipline

• 8or more years of increasingly responsible professionalsoftwareengineeringroles, especially related to DE,M&S, and data.

• Experience with simulation designs and related technologies such as HLA, DIS, TENA,Protobuf,Apache Kafka,etc.

• Hands on experienceindesigning modern softwarearchitectures

• Backgroundincloud technologies (e.g.Docker, Kubernetes,etc.)

• Proficiencyin one or more of the organization’s core computer languages such as PythonorC++

• Hands-on experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL), data pipelines, and ETL/ELT processes

• Demonstrated abilityworking with APIs, web services, and data integration frameworks

• Experienceleveragingsoftware factories,DevSecOps,andCI/CD technologies

• Track recordin building technicalproficiencythrough mentoring and talent development initiatives

• Ability to communicateeffectively through technical writing and presentations

• Willingto travel occasionally to corporate or customer locations to support efforts asneeded

• This position requires the ability to obtainandmaintaina security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship isrequiredto obtain a security clearance

How You Can Stand Out

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

• Advanced degree in STEM or other technical discipline

• 12or more years of increasingly responsible professionalengineeringroles, especially related to DE.

• Experience in space domain modeling, simulation, and analysis

• Demonstrated success leading large-scalesoftware development andintegrationprojects

• Direct experience with cloud, data, AIserviceprovidersand/or platforms

• Direct experience with DoD, NNSA,orcivilspace missions and capabilities

• Direct experience with data governance, metadata management, and ASOT principles

• Direct experience with AI technologies and practices

• Effective communication skills, to include the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and conciselytovarious typesof stakeholders

• Knowledge / experience with specificDOD,NNSA, or civil space digital environments

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to bridge technical and mission focused stakeholders across multiple constituencies.

• Demonstrated problem-solving ability

• Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration across multi-organizational teams

• Current DoD TS and SSBI/SCI Clearance

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) $166,400.00 - $249,600.00

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 various 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.