Launch Forecasting Specialist

Job Summary As a member of the Space Object Risk Department, you will be providing technical capabilities to support customers in advancing situational awareness and hazard assessment and mitigation to operate safely in space. The role focuses on launch forecasting, specifically modeling and simulation of launch and ground support operations required to predict launch schedules into the future. What You’ll Be Doing Provide proactive analysis and innovative development in the department focus area of integrated forecasting capabilities for the complete space activity lifecycle—from launch infrastructure and commodity demands through on-orbit operations to spacecraft reentry, with emphasis on launch. Independently provide deep technical expertise, innovation, and project coordination/leadership in technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments in teams with multi-disciplinary technical leaders across the company, Aerospace Program Office personnel, and external customers to define and address customer needs. Develop and present timely and technically accurate briefings and reports that clearly communicate analysis results and provide recommended solutions to technical leads, management, and customers. Train and mentor junior staff. Travel occasionally (as necessary) to support customer efforts. Minimum Requirements Advanced degree in a relevant STEM discipline. At least eight years of professional experience in launch modeling and simulation. Skills in leading and contributing to modeling and simulation activities successfully demonstrated across numerous customer-driven projects. Experience with Aerospace customers and industry players, particularly with NASA and launch ranges. Experience with discrete event simulation. Demonstrated experience and expertise in development and analysis related to launch forecasting. Skills in mathematical formulation and derivation. Demonstrated skills in the development and use of computer software tools. Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required. Preferred/Desirable Experience Experience with Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation, Python, and/or C++. Extensive experience with Aerospace customers related to launch. Experience in working with multidisciplinary teams, including experts in risk and reliability as well as economics. Compensation Competitive compensation package based on performance and experience; salary range: $117,300 - $175,900 annually. Benefits Comprehensive health care and wellness plans. Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation. Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options. 401(k) plan with company match. Flexible spending accounts. Variable pay program for exceptional contributions. Relocation assistance. Professional growth and development programs. Education assistance programs. Inclusive work environment. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 identity, expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you are a person with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or needs reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Aerospace Corporation