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Space Systems Engineering Specialist

2 months ago

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States The Aerospace Corporation Full time

The Aerospace Corporation stands as a reliable ally to the nation's space initiatives, tackling complex challenges and offering unparalleled technical proficiency. As the steward of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we engage comprehensively across all facets of space—providing inventive solutions that encompass satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil, and commercial sectors.

Our commitment at Aerospace is to foster an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees can unite in our shared passion and ambition to fulfill a mission greater than ourselves.

The Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) merges cutting-edge information system technologies, including elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cybersecurity, software architecture, software engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, process enhancement, and software development. This synergy enables us to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software-intensive systems to our intelligence community, Department of Defense, and civilian clientele.

Position Overview

As a Space Missions Systems Engineer within the C3 Engineering and Operations Department at The Aerospace Corporation, you will focus on applying these technologies to provide operationally-oriented engineering solutions for space enterprise Command, Control, and Communications (C3) systems, missions, and processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide advisory services to clients such as Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM), Space Systems Command (SSC), and Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC) regarding technical and analytical methodologies, force design, systems engineering, and the integration of systems and capabilities.
  • Integrate capabilities from the Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) Program Executive Office.
  • Ensure that system requirements are effectively realized throughout the design process, aligning requirements across various systems within the System of Systems framework.
  • Evaluate and provide insights on critical documentation, including requirements to design alignments, verification and validation processes, test plans, and procedures.
  • Oversee the integration of interconnected systems to ensure coherent evolution and operational integrity.
  • Develop analytical plans and define tasks necessary to comprehend missile warning mission requirements and refine force designs.
  • Analyze mission data flows that support the closure of missile warning and tracking strategic and theater kill chains.
  • Assist in modernizing ground systems and architectures for future space operations.
  • Collaborate across mission and program boundaries to identify common challenges and risks, providing enterprise-level recommendations.
  • Identify required expertise and assemble analytic teams from Aerospace Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) specialists to tackle key technical challenges through data-driven analysis.
  • Engage effectively with external partners in integrated product teams, including government, contractor, and FFRDC members.
  • Communicate technical issues and recommendations effectively to all levels of corporate management.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements for the Engineering Specialist - Systems Engineering role include:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, or a technical science from a recognized institution.
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience in systems engineering, missile warning systems operations, or the development and analysis of missile warning systems.
  • Familiarity with missile warning and missile defense systems.
  • Experience with SSC, STARCOM, and SWAC clients.
  • Proven capability to lead technical analyses.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Active Secret security clearance; eligibility for Top Secret SCI and SAP/SAR.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time.

Additionally, the minimum requirements for the Senior Engineering Specialist – Systems Engineering position include:

  • 12 years of experience in systems engineering, missile warning systems operations, or the development and analysis of missile warning systems.
  • Demonstrated leadership in systems engineering on previous programs.

Preferred Qualifications

It would be advantageous if you possess one or more of the following:

  • Advanced degree in engineering, mathematics, or a technical science from a recognized institution.
  • Certification in agile methodologies, project management, or a related field.
  • Experience managing geographically dispersed teams.
  • Proficiency in software development using object-oriented programming languages (C++, Python, Java, etc.).
  • Experience in other mission areas such as Space Domain Awareness (SDA), intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), command and control (C2), satellite communications (SATCOM), or space data transport.
  • Experience with projects that involved digital engineering or model-based systems engineering.
  • Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI access and/or SAP/SAR access.

We offer a competitive compensation package that rewards performance and recognizes the value you bring to our organization. The grade-based pay range for this position is $117,300 - $175,900 annually, with individual salaries determined by various factors including education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy emphasizes that every employee, regardless of their role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, we are dedicated to our people. We seek individuals who:

  • Operate Strategically
  • Lead Change
  • Engage with Impact
  • Foster Innovation
  • Deliver Results

Employee Benefits

During the interview process, our team will share details about our industry-leading benefits, which vary based on job type. Highlights include:

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
  • Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation
  • Flexible work schedules, including telework options
  • 401(k) Plan with company-paid benefits based on years of service
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
  • Relocation assistance
  • Professional growth and development programs
  • Education assistance programs
  • An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We value diversity and believe that a varied workforce fosters an environment where unique ideas flourish and differing perspectives are appreciated, leading to superior customer solutions.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that values unique ideas and perspectives, ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, genetic information, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.