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2027 Space Debris and Satellite Disposal Analyst

About The Aerospace Corporation

Independent nonprofit FFRDC delivering objective systems engineering, mission assurance, R&D, and integration for U.S. national-security, civil, and commercial space programs.

Bootstrapped · 2000–5000 people

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concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities. Work Model This position will require onsite support for a minimum of 4 days in either Chantilly, VA, Colorado Springs, CO, or El Segundo, CA, with partial remote work options. What You’ll Be Doing As a member of the Space Debris and Satellite Disposal Team, you will be providing technical capabilities to support our customers and address the challenges of space debris risk and post-mission satellite disposal in an increasingly congested and contested space environment. In this role, you will: Contribute to a variety of projects involving technical analyses and software development relating to multiple focus areas of the section, including space object and debris environment projection, on-orbit breakup forensics, passive and controlled disposal, de-orbit, and re-entry
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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. Job Summary 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 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. Work Model This position will require onsite support for a minimum of 4 days in either Chantilly, VA, Colorado Springs, CO, or El Segundo, CA, with partial remote work options. What You’ll Be Doing As a member of the Space Debris and Satellite Disposal Team, you will be providing technical capabilities to support our customers and address the challenges of space debris risk and p [... source excerpt omitted ...] ct technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments both independently and in teams with multi-disciplinary technical leaders, 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. Travel occasionally (as necessary) to support customer efforts. What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Master's or PhD degree from an accredited college/university program in Aerospace engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related technical dis

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