CareerPlan

Sr. Mission Analysis Engineer – Aerospace Systems (TS/SCI)

Herndon, VAFull-time$140k–$206k2026-08-26 → 2026-11-11
On-site · United StatesUnited States citizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Model complex aerospace missions using high-fidelity simulations of satellites, aircraft, sensors, and ISR systems to evaluate mission performance, trade architectures, and system capabilities for government decision-makers.

Role type

Senior Mission Analysis Engineer (Aerospace Systems)

Builds

High-fidelity mission simulations, operational scenarios, and analytical tools for space and airborne systems

Domain

Aerospace engineering, defense, space systems, and mission analysis

Required skills

Mission modeling and simulation, system architecture trade studies, data analysis of large simulation datasets, engineering judgment, QA/QC of analytical methods, technical communication

Preferred skills

Advanced degree in engineering/physics/math, 15+ years experience, astrodynamics or remote sensing expertise, Python for automation, experience with government customers

Technologies

Python, simulation tools, visualization tools

Responsibilities

Develop and run high-fidelity simulations of satellites, aircraft, and sensors; compare architectures and technologies to identify performance drivers and risks; build realistic operational scenarios; create tools and automation for faster analysis; analyze large simulation datasets to uncover trends; evaluate model assumptions and outputs; communicate findings and recommendations to engineers and senior decision-makers

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC