Special Programs Systems Engineer
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.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
The Warfighting & Counterspace Department of the Special Programs Division provides technical expertise, systems engineering and mission assurance to the United States Space Force's Warfighting Enterprise Division of the Special Programs Directorate. The Warfighting & Counterspace Department is involved in the development and continued improvement of several ground-based systems that play key roles in our nation's defense. This position applies systems engineering expertise to a key new program.
What You'll Be Doing
- Apply systems engineering experience and discipline to a relatively new program
- Provide mission assurance to the program
- Help assure the Aerospace team is applying expertise to the appropriate aspects of the program
- Prepare technical reports and presentations to disseminate findings, guidance and technical information
- This position requires less than 25% travel
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
- Twelve years of relevant experience
- Systems engineering experience to include both process and technical expertise
- Ability to work effectively with matrixed technical expertise, government, SETA and prime contractors and other FFRDCs
- Experience with at least one DoD ground system
- Familiarity with agile software development processes
- Familiarity with the cybersecurity risk management framework
- Familiarity with radio frequency systems
- The position requires a current Top Secret clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain additional clearances which are issued by the US government. US citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
- Advanced degree in a technical discipline
- Experience with Command and Control Systems
- Experience with agile software development
- SCI clearance
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 diverse 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/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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 [email protected]. You can also review The Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law andthe supplement, as well as thePay Transparency Policy Statement.