Satellite Design Support 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.

Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, development planning, system of systems engineering, and threat reduction to help shape the future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including US Space Force, U.S Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of services and support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers but also horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. DSG also assists the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception, design, acquisition, launch and operations of satellite, launch vehicle, ground control, and range systems.

The Space Enterprise and Warfighting Division, Space Security Technologies Department provides high-quality analytical support to the USSF's Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC) and the Space Security and Defense Program (SSDP), advising the Government on the design of future space forces to win the next war.

Work Model

This position is 100% onsite based at our Colorado Springs, CO or Chantilly, VA due to working in classified spaces and is not compatible with teleworking.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide leadership and technical support to the USSF SSDP & SWAC. This fast-paced, dynamic organization is developing the next generation of capabilities to provide space effects to the joint warfighter that will operate in a highly contested operational environment.
• Work collaboratively in a multi-level classification environment with interagency, military, and civilian communities in the planning, conduct, and interpretation of analysis to shape force designs.
• Identify, plan, and execute Concept Design Center/Concurrent Engineering Model (CDC/CEM) studies for SWAC Force Design activities.
• Lead teams of Aerospace subject matter experts to meet customer needs.
• Work with SWAC & SSDP Aerospace Division Leads to properly scope future CDC/CEM studies.
• Coordinate with SWAC Information Technology and Security to enable completion of SAP-level CDC/CEM studies.
• This position requires occasional (<20%) travel within CONUS.

What You Need to be Successful - Project Engineer - Enterprise Systems Engineering

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate technical discipline
• 8 years of relevant technical experience in space systems development, acquisitions, design, and/or analysis.
• Candidate must be a self-starter, have a proven ability to work with minimum supervision and effectively interact with other subject matter experts, government personnel and contractors.
• Some experience and/or awareness of CDC and CEM capabilities.
• Experience interacting with Government civilian and military personnel.
• Clear written and oral communication skills.
• A current Top Secret/SCI clearance with a CI polygraph. This is issued by the U.S. Government; U.S. citizenship is required.
• Eligibility for SAP/SAR clearances

In addition to the above, Senior Project Engineer - Enterprise Systems Engineering requires the following:

• 12 years of relevant technical experience in space systems development, acquisitions, design, and/or analysis.
• Proven ability to work within integrated Government, FFRDC, and SETA teams.
• Demonstrated strong technical leadership, interpersonal, and team building skills.
• High level of creativity, initiative systems thinking, and innovation.
• 5 or more years of experience interfacing directly with customers.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• An advanced degree in an appropriate technical discipline from a recognized institution.
• Experience with the Space Warfighting Analysis Center and the Space Security Defense Program.
• Experience as part of a CDC or CEM study.
• A background in Systems Engineering or experience with spacecraft and/or payload design.
• Experience working as part of a geographically distributed team.
• Current SAP/SAR clearances.

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)

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 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 at ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.