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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # 2027 Space Systems and Orbit Determination Operations Engineer - **Company:** The Aerospace Corporation - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $140,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Algorithm Design, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Fortran (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Signal Integrity, Software Engineering, Modeling and Simulation, Operational Systems, GNSS, Vulnerability Analysis, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88269218/1 ## About the Role * Master's degreefrom an accredited college/university programin Aerospace and Astronautics Engineering, physics, math or related discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months) * 0-1 year of industry work experience * MinimumGPA of3.0 * Experience in modeling, simulation, and analysis and/or algorithm development * Software development experienceandproven capabilitiesin at least one of the following programming languages; Java, C++, Python, MATLAB, C, or FORTRAN * Applicable skills in designing and building filtering algorithms for Orbit Determination and PNT operations. * Good interpersonal communication skills along with the ability to work independently and interact effectively with Aerospace and contractor personnel * 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. * Transcripts required for this position How you can stand out * PhD degreefrom an accredited college/university programin Aerospace and Astronautics Engineering, physics, math or related discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months) * Experience in Orbit Determination, filtering, PNT analyses, and sensor tracking. * Background in modeling of EO and radar sensor systems * Familiarity and analytical experience with directed energy threat mitigation concepts for EO and Infrared IR sensor and sensor concepts * Background in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence applied to space systems data problems * Experience in researching, developing, and applying advanced and innovative techniques for algorithm development for directed energy threat detection and reporting * Current TS/SCI clearance ## 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., The Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace's strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities. The Space Control and Awareness Department (SCAD) is seeking a new team member to support space mission analyses and operations. SCAD performs concept development, systems engineering, mission support, architecture analysis, algorithm development and evaluation support for national security space customers emphasizing radar, electro-optical (EO) and infrared (IR) sensors, orbit determination (OD), positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), command and control missions, electronic warfare (EW), space domain awareness (SDA), and space protection and security. Job Family: Modeling & Simulation and Operations Systems Engineering Work Model: This is a 100% on-site position located in Colorado Springs, CO, El Segundo, CA, or Chantilly VA. What You'll Be Doing * Provide astrodynamic analytical support, algorithm development, systems engineering and architecting, and modeling and simulation analysis for space surveillance systems and missions. * Conduct a range of analysis using a framework of modeling, simulation and analysis capabilities including in-house, custom and commercially available/government provided modeling tools * Advise key stakeholders and government customers by performing analyses related to orbit determination, target tracking, Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) analysis, and signal integrity. * Perform analytical studies, conduct tests, develop details of specifications, prepares details of analytical report findings, assists in planning and development of studies and design projects. * Analyze electro-optical (EO), infrared (IR), radar and passive radio frequency sensor concepts, architectures, and algorithms. * Perform space protection and space threat susceptibility, vulnerability analysis and resiliency assessment. * Support exercises of space systems and evaluate exercise and training requirements. * Application of modeling and simulation for mission operations * Become proficient in the areas of SDA, Battle Management Command and Control (BMC2), space control, and orbit determination. * Independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation/modification of a variety of techniques, procedures, and criteria. 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