Hybrid Senior Project Engineer, Economist

at The Aerospace Corporation

• Job title: Senior Project Engineer, Economist
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $151,300 - $226,900 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Python
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Chantilly, United States

About the role

• Economist conducting economic research and providing counsel on space sector trends for U.S. Government clients. Developing econometric models and ensuring successful execution of market analyses.

Responsibilities

• Conducting quantitative research on economics and supply chain in the space sector and providing rapid counsel on emerging activity that affect USG customers
• Design and oversee econometric models that assess business viability and the health of space supply chain within various programs
• Provide technical expertise to ensure successful execution of economic, market, and supply chain analyses
• Establish and maintain Aerospace’s positive reputation with new and existing customers and cultivate new customers and line of research
• Communicate effectively in presentations and written reports.
• Drive and facilitate cross-customer coordination via proactive engagement with other teams within Aerospace

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, or closely related field is required
• A minimum of (12) years of progressively demonstrated expertise in quantitative, econometric, statistical, or computational methods is required
• Proficiency in statistical software such as R, Python and MATLAB
• Excellent written communication skills - organize complex materials and concepts in clear and logical manner
• Excellent verbal communication skills - clear, concise, persuasive; builds consensus through speaking; polished, professional style
• Willing to travel to work location and/or customer site for one week on a quarterly basis (as required)
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/ SCI clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government.
• U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect