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.

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-enabled mission effects.

Vehicle Ground Concepts Department Description

The Vehicle and Ground Concepts Department (VGCD) in EED provides space vehicle and ground system preliminary/conceptual design; trade and architecture analysis, modeling, process development and leadership expertise; and tool development in support of conceptual design activities across the space enterprise. As a member of VGCD, you will be designinginnovative ground segment solutionsto meet the most pressing mission needs of our US Space Force, Intelligence Community, NASA, NOAA, and commercial/international customers.

Work Model

This position will follow an in-person work model with a minimum of 4 days per week of onsite work required in one of Aerospace’s campuses in Chantilly, VA, Colorado Springs, CO, Albuquerque, NM, orEl Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

Providing concept exploration and engineering support of ground systems for customer programs

Leading and participating in conceptual and preliminary design studies and trades of ground systems, to include multi-disciplinary engineering teams

Evaluating ground system design and architecture concepts and participating in design reviews

Working with government and program office personnel and technical experts across Aerospace

Developing tools and models that support ground system concept design and analysis activities

Mentoring junior members of the department

What You Need To Be Successful (Senior Engineering Specialist)

A strong knowledge of ground systems, spacecraft systems, and systems engineeringprinciples

Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to change, and demonstrate initiative under pressure

12+ years of relevant experience in leading, developing and working on multi-disciplinary engineering teams

Demonstrated experience in developing ground systems concepts

Demonstrated experience in developing new technical solutions for programs

Demonstrated experience leading long-term technical studies

Demonstrated experience in mission control or mission processing systems for space systems

Demonstrated experience in concurrent engineering tools, processes, and methodologies

Demonstrated ability to work independently and conduct long-term technical studies for geographically dispersed programs

Occasional domestic travel

A current and active Top Secret/SCI security clearance issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) from an accredited program in a relevant engineering discipline

Demonstrated experience with dedicated on-premises computehardware

Demonstrated experience with Amazon, Microsoft, or Oracle cloud offerings

Demonstrated experience with antenna, hardware etc. related to ground entry points

Demonstrated experience with communications and networking

Demonstrated experience with software, software process approaches (e.g., waterfall, agile)

Services, microservices etc.

Database technologies

Distributed processing frameworks

Software standards

Demonstrated experience with data center design and operations

Demonstrated experience with network maintenance, load balancing, data coordination

Demonstrated experience leading conceptual designs for a new system

Demonstrated experience engaging with both government and contractor counterparts

Proficiency in simulation tools/programming languages, including one or more of: MATLAB, Python, Simulink, STK, C++, SolidWorks

Strong, demonstrated personal initiative

Experience with the Intelligence Community

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$151,300 - $226,900Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

Operate Strategically
Lead Change  
Engage with Impact  
Foster Innovation  
Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

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; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
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

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

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, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [email protected] . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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