We are seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Data Analysis Engineer with a background or interest in computer science, data science, or related technical fields. The selected candidate will join the Manufacturing Data Analysis team, working within a multidisciplinary group with expertise in production data analytics, prototype and post‑repair unit evaluation, non‑conformity management, and implementation of robust root‑cause analysis methodologies.
In this role, the candidate will work closely with engineering, test, and production teams to enhance product performance, improve manufacturing yield, and support continuous improvement activities across the production lifecycle. The position offers the opportunity to develop advanced knowledge in the field of inertial navigation systems, product industrialization processes, and data‑driven problem solving.
ResponsibilitiesThe selected candidate will be responsible for:
- Acquiring advanced technical knowledge in inertial navigation systems, sensor behavior, and data analysis methodologies.
- Developing and optimizing testing procedures for both New Product Introduction (NPI) and released products, ensuring robust validation and high‑quality manufacturing processes.
- Supporting debugging activities through Failure Analysis (FA) and structured root cause analysis to improve production yield and process stability.
- Contributing to automation of data analysis workflows, including data extraction, transformation, reporting, and dashboard development.
- Deepening expertise in database management, including SQL-based querying and data structuring for manufacturing environments.
- Supporting product industrialization activities, collaborating across departments to ensure smooth transition from prototype to full‑scale production.
- Investigating and supporting resolution of non‑conforming materials, enabling fast and accurate identification of quality issues.
- Developing and maintaining production statistics, leveraging data to identify trends, highlight inefficiencies, and propose improvement actions to enhance yield and productivity
- Strong analytical mindset with an interest in manufacturing processes and data-driven improvement.
- Good knowledge of Matlab and Python.
- Good knowledge of English.
- Foundation in computer science, data science, mathematical engineering, or a related technical field.
- Familiarity with SQL, data visualization tools, or scripting languages is a plus.
- Ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary and fast-paced environment.
- Problem-solving skills and a structured approach to root cause analysis.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Skills Required
- Strong analytical mindset with interest in manufacturing processes and data-driven improvement
- Good knowledge of Matlab
- Good knowledge of Python
- Good knowledge of English
- Foundation in computer science, data science, mathematical engineering, or related technical field
- Familiarity with SQL, data visualization tools, or scripting languages
- Ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary and fast-paced environment
- Problem-solving skills and a structured approach to root cause analysis
The Aerospace Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan provides a company‑paid contribution of 8–12% based on years of service with immediate eligibility and vesting, and eligible employees can access retiree medical benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off includes 15 vacation days (rising to 20 after five years), nine paid holidays, and unlimited sick time for exempt employees with accruals for non‑exempt staff.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible work models include a 9/80 schedule with alternating Fridays off, supported by backup care services, an EAP, relocation assistance, and home‑office stipends where applicable.
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What We Do
The space enterprise has been transformed by rapid change and growth. New vehicles for national security space, a more rapid launch cadence, proliferated satellite constellations, the pursuit of interplanetary exploration, and thriving commercial ventures are changing the nature of the space industry. The Aerospace Corporation (Aerospace) is a leading architect for U.S. space programs, shaping efforts to outpace threats to our national security while cultivating the technologies needed to further this new era of space commercialization and exploration. Aerospace works across the space enterprise in service of the public interest. In addition to supporting the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community, our customers include NASA, NOAA, numerous federal agencies, and commercial space — all of whom benefit from our deep technical knowledge. We only pursue business related to the space mission and complementary fields, operating as the nation’s trusted partner to solve the toughest challenges and develop reliable and innovative technologies. Innovation in space occurs when people have the freedom to imagine and do. At Aerospace, we take pride in our readiness to solve some of the most complex challenges in the space enterprise.
Why Work With Us
We are a non-profit corporation chartered by the government to work on the hardest problems in space. We employ technical experts in every discipline of space-related science and engineering who touch every part of the US space program. Come join us as we make an impact bigger than ourselves.
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