Space C2 Global Partnerships Lead
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 Global Partnership (GP) team's mission is to collaborate with international governments, industry, and other U.S. Government departments and agencies on space systems development and acquisition. Through close coordination with key U.S. departments and agencies, the GP team brings space systems expertise to develop space cooperation with international partners and commercial entities that enhances the U.S. DoD space architecture's effectiveness and resiliency. This is an embedded position within the Space Systems Command's Cross Mission Ground and Communications Enterprise (SSC/ECX)'s Kobayashi Maru team at the Cross-Campus building in El Segundo, CA.
What You'll Be Doing
- Provide technical expertise, strategies, and technical support to SSC/ZAP in developing Command and Control (C2) international partnerships with partner nations to conduct joint space operations
- Integrate into the Kobayashi Maru's team to understand KM's Space C2 priorities and equities to champion, develop, and lead collaborative Space C2 international partnership opportunities.
- Act as the lead in facilitating exploratory and negotiating discussions with U.S. and international stakeholders towards development of new partnerships and/or agreements at a fast-pace speed that is operationally relevant to our warfighters
- Develop briefings, papers, and intermediate work products towards the development of international armament cooperative agreements
- Provide advice and guidance regarding directives, policies, and regulations for government international agreements, facilitate Aerospace customer application of the Arms Export Control Act and implementation of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) for Armaments cooperation, export control, technology transfer and foreign disclosure
- Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited program in applicable STEM discipline
- Typically twelve years of related professional experience
- Five or more years of experience in designing, developing, operating, or managing Space Command and Control (C2) software applications and/or systems
- Willing to travel domestically/internationally approximately 25%
- Current Secret clearance , which is issued by the US government. U.S 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:
- Previous space ground systems acquisition and/or operations experience
- Previous experience in space systems acquisition and architecture development or analysis
- Having an open minded and success driven approach in the presence of obstacles and challenges
- Demonstrated ability to effectively work in team environment and be a positive contributing member
- Previous experience in working the Arms Export Control Act, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), export control, technology transfer, and foreign disclosure matters
- Previous experience in developing international armaments cooperation agreements
- Previous experience working with allied governments, other U.S. government agencies, academia, and industry
- Top Secret security clearance with special access controls (e.g. SCI, SAP)
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.