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.
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The Systems Engineering Division (SED) drives improved acquisition decisions, ensures systems are available when and where needed, and system capabilities integrate and work as needed. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. SED spans the acquisition lifecycle from development to operations.
The Vehicle and Ground Implementation Department in SED provides development, assessment, and closure of space vehicle and ground designs to operational fielding. As a Senior Project Engineer in this department, you will be providing close to full-time support to the Integrated Missile Warning, Tracking organization in the Defense Systems Group (DSG). DSG serves as the technical and programmatic advisor to the United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) for acquiring, developing, and fielding capabilities for the United States Space Command and joint warfighter, as well as to maintain America’s comprehensive military advantage in space.
GEO Wide Field of View (WFOV) is an on-orbit Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) demonstration of capability developed by SSC that acts as a pathfinder to support DoD requirements for future missile warning architectures. As a GEO WFOV Senior Project Engineer , you will play a pivotal role in the support to the on-orbit WFOV system. You’ll oversee efforts to monitor system health and status, identify and address technical challenges to data integration into operational end user systems, and exploit mission data.
This position will be home roomed and managed from the Vehicle and Ground Implementation Department with tasking direction from the Integrated Missile Warning, Tracking organization. This will require the selected candidate to work collaboratively with management and staff from both organizations to fully leverage the Aerospace Corporation's technical capabilities in all relevant areas to carry out the assignment.
Work Model
This position will follow an in-person work model in El Segundo, CA with telecommuting possible 1-2 days per week depending on the needs of the program and customer.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Acting as technical spokesperson for the Government GEO WFOV program office customer in engagements with stakeholders
- Serving as team leader and director of a team of senior technical contributors to identify and mitigate roadblocks to system certification
- Developing and executing plans to evaluate and process WFOV data for broader stakeholder exploitation
- Identify, initiating, and developing multidisciplinary support from appropriate technical resources
- Mentoring less experienced personnel and serving as role model
- Working directly with Government and SETA counterparts within the program office
- Exemplifying Aerospace corporate values of objectivity and integrity while serving as a trusted agent to our government customers
What You Need To Be Successful
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical subject area
- 8 years of increasingly responsible relevant professional engineering experience supporting National Security Space (NSS) missions
- Proven ability to establish and maintain trusted relationships with government customers, SETA contractors, and key stakeholders under minimal supervision
- Track record of leading integrated multidisciplinary teams
- Strong knowledge of spacecraft subsystems and system engineering
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills for interactions at all levels of corporate and government leadership
- Demonstrated ability to work adaptively on multiple tasks in a small, diverse team in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to travel domestically up to 20 percent of the time
- This position requires a current and active Top Secret SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
- Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) from an accredited program in engineering or relevant engineering discipline
- Experience with OPIR missile warning programs
- Experience with NSS operations
- Understanding of current DoD acquisition practices
- Experience directing matrixed technical support teams
- Superior knowledge of spacecraft subsystems and system engineering topics
- Experience with flight programs across defense and commercial sectors
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 - $226,900 Pay Basis: Annual
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