Space Systems Engineer

3 weeks ago

Los Angeles, California, United States The Aerospace Corporation Full time

The Aerospace Corporation is a 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.

Our team is 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. We are seeking a highly skilled Space Systems Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge space-ground systems.

The selected candidate will provide space-ground systems integration expertise for the Relay Ground Station (RGS) antennas and related ground networks. They will also support space-ground interface development, test, requirement verification and enterprise sell-off. Additionally, they will identify critical system integration decision points and milestones/events to ensure the successful transitioning of ground system capabilities from development to operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide space-ground systems integration expertise for the Relay Ground Station (RGS) antennas and related ground networks
  • Support space-ground interface development, test, requirement verification and enterprise sell-off
  • Identify critical system integration decision points and milestones/events to ensure the successful transitioning of ground system capabilities from development to operations
  • Provide thought leadership to the development of a robust technical maturation strategy for the next generation missile warning survivable/endurable (S/E) antenna design
  • Lead technical studies to assess antenna performance and inform the near-future design trade space
  • Participate in program status assessments and conduct independent risk assessments that inform government and Aerospace management of technical issues and recommended courses of action
  • Provide insight into contractor system development and integration planning and execution, including system functional and performance testing for the ground, space, and combined ground-space capabilities
  • Represent Aerospace in program meetings and technical forums such as design reviews, technical interchanges, and program management reviews
  • Lead non-conformance, anomaly, and major technical issue response teams to support space-ground and Enterprise-related review boards
  • Collaborate with government, SE&I, SETA, and contractor counterparts to coordinate program technical activities

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or a related technical field
  • Twelve or more years of responsible professional engineering experience, including multi-disciplinary systems engineering and/or program management environments
  • Experience with development, test, and fielding of space-ground communications systems
  • Prior engineering leadership or project management experience
  • Proven ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with military, technical, and contractor teams
  • Active secret clearance with an ability to obtain TS/SCI, which is issued by the US government. US citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
  • Ability to support periodic travel

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in a STEM field
  • Strong, hands-on knowledge of ground system architectures, especially antenna networks and advanced communications network technologies
  • Technical understanding of the current threat environment
  • Experience with military protected satellite communications
  • Experience with OPIR and/or USNDS system requirements
  • Understanding of and experience working with a matrixed engineering organization
  • Ability to function effectively with limited supervision
  • Strong customer-focused demeanor with outstanding skills in coordinating exchanges between technical staff and the customer
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance

Benefits:

  • 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 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. If you're a highly skilled Space Systems Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

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.

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