SENSOR ENGINEER

Company: Aerospace Corporation
Location: Reston
Posted on: November 21, 2020

Job Description:

In an era of dynamic change in space, Aerospace is addressing a generation of complex challenges. We operate the only federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) committed exclusively to the space enterprise. Our technical experts span every discipline of space-related science and engineering. Join our team and thrive in a career that matters to the world and you personally. The Advanced Sensor Engineering Department (ASED) is a group of engineers and scientists actively engaged in developing the next generation of remote sensing systems of national importance. ASED members develop and test prototype sensors, model system performance, explore new phenomenology, and assess the performance of Electro-Optical (EO) and Infrared (IR) components through modelling and simulation. Key Functions bull Model EOIR sensor, system, and spacecraft performance. bull Work with other members of the team to define and implement testing of EOIR systems and components. bull Image and data analysis bull Document and present findings to colleagues and customers bull Travel as necessary to support customer requirements ( 10). Required bull Advanced degree in, Physics, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering, or appropriate technical discipline from an accredited university. bull At least 12 years of relevant engineeringscientific experience. bull Experience with data analysis and modelling of remote sensing EO systems or the development or modelling of spacecraft sub-systems. bull Project leadership experience. bull Strong scientific programming skills Matlab, C, IDL, Python, etc. bull Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills. bull Strong written and oral communication skills. bull Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment. bull Must be able to obtain a Top SecretSCI security clearance. bull This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Preferred bull Current TSSCI Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal OpportunityAffirmative 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 ator by email at . You can also review The Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster and the supplement, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

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