Aerospace Corporation Job OpportunityThe 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 Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S.
Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers' portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. Additionally, DSG provides deep technical expertise to the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception, design, acquisition, launch and operations of satellite, launch vehicle, ground control, and range systems.Aerospace serves as the trusted technical and programmatic advisor to the Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) Program Office for the system development, integration, and transition to operations within an aggressive timeline.This is your opportunity to lead at the forefront – directly influencing the acquisition for the ESS Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) system. The range of work includes evaluation of system architectures and integration and testing of the ground, space, and crypto segment capabilities.Join a team where your expertise matters, your ideas shape national security, and your impact is reflected across acquisition strategies and operational deliveries.The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at our facility at El Segundo, CA.What You'll Be DoingProvide technical leadership to the ESS program office in developing and executing an integrated system test campaign across a multi-contractor system baselineWork shoulder-to-shoulder with government, SETA, SE&I and other FFRDC leads to ensure system test is well-integrated with the broader program systems engineering approachSupport government collaboration with key external test organizations to include those responsible for conducting OT&ELead the test team in proactively identifying test related risk and opportunity trades, executing technical assessments of contractor test artifacts and present findings to government decision makersConduct risk and opportunity trades, and assessing contractor test artifacts for adequacy and integration into the broader system test flowWhat You Need to be SuccessfulMinimum Requirements - Senior Project Engineer - Systems Engineering – Acquisition and Systems EngineeringBachelor's degree in science, mathematics, or engineering discipline12 or more years of progressively responsible professional experience in integration and testExperience with specific phases of system assessments to include system requirements breakdown, test design/design of experiments, test planning, test execution, and test reportingExperience with DoD, USAF, and/or USSF Test and Evaluation policy, guidance, and best practicesDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teamsProven ability to establish and maintain trusted relationships with government customers, SETA contractors, and key stakeholdersStrong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills for interactions at all levels of government and corporate leadershipThis position requires an active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.Willingness to travel domestically up to 10% of the timeHow You Can Stand OutIt would be impressive if you have one or more of the following:An advanced degree in a relevant technical areaExperience working large, complex issues and the ability to break down problems into meaningful steps to accomplish with a teamProgram office and management experience; experience directing matrixed technical support teamsProficiency in DoD/IC space systemsExperience with SATCOM/MILSATCOM technologies and operationsExperience with developing, testing, and/or operating space systemsExperience working in a program office with a government customer is desirableIn-depth knowledge of DoD acquisitions, satellite communication, cyber operations, and ground systemsWe 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)$151,300.00 - $226,900.00Pay Basis: AnnualLeadership CompetenciesOur 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 StrategicallyLead ChangeEngage with ImpactFoster InnovationDeliver ResultsWays We Reward Our EmployeesDuring 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 plansPaid holidays, sick time, and vacationStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options401(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 hireFlexible spending accountsVariable pay program for exceptional contributionsRelocation assistanceProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your careerEducation assistance programsAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respectWe 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 CommitmentThe Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
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