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Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer

2 months ago

Chantilly, Virginia, United States The Aerospace Corporation Full time

The Aerospace Corporation stands as a reliable collaborator in national space efforts, addressing complex challenges with unmatched technical proficiency. As a key operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we engage deeply in all facets of space—delivering innovative solutions across satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil, and commercial sectors. By becoming part of our organization, you will join a distinctive collective of problem solvers, visionaries, and innovators. Contribute to our mission in the realm of space.

At Aerospace, we prioritize creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where every employee can contribute to our collective commitment and aspirations—aiming for a mission that goes beyond individual goals.

The National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its affiliates involved in national and tactical intelligence collection and dissemination. This encompasses engagement in electronics initiatives, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery projects, and systems engineering and launch activities.

The Reconnaissance Systems (RS) Office within the Imagery Programs Division (IPD) is engaged in a groundbreaking major system acquisition. We are in search of a Proliferated Spacecraft System Engineer (Senior Project Engineer-Multi-Disciplinary Engineering) with substantial experience to aid in the development of an innovative distributed architecture system. This position entails collaboration with customer and contractor teams to manage spacecraft bus and space vehicle design, analysis, construction, integration, and testing.

Work Model:

This role requires full-time on-site presence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting the customer in overseeing the design, procurement, production, assembly, integration, testing, launch, and operation of a large, distributed architecture
  • Assessing the comprehensive technical design being developed by the bus provider
  • Guiding program office and ETG experts through the definition, planning, and execution of testing and integration activities
  • Implementing tailored mission assurance practices to identify high-risk areas of the program
  • Leading teams in addressing non-conformance, anomalies, and significant technical challenges
  • Establishing and maintaining strong, productive relationships with customers, SETA personnel, and contractor counterparts

Essential Qualifications - Senior Project Engineer-Multi-Disciplinary Engineering

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering, mathematics, or science discipline
  • Typically, a minimum of 12 years of progressively responsible engineering experience
  • Experience in spacecraft programs, covering aspects such as:
    • Spacecraft bus, subsystem, and unit design, analysis, and development
    • Space vehicle assembly, integration, and testing
    • Customizing mission assurance practices to align with the program's risk tolerance
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with various stakeholders
  • Willingness to undertake occasional travel
  • This position requires a current and active TS/SSBI/SCI security clearance and polygraph, both issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is necessary to obtain the security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

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

  • Experience in commercial or industry spacecraft (bus and payload) production
  • Expertise in and direct exposure to testing and integration activities on spacecraft programs
  • Experience in spacecraft bus, subsystem, and unit design, analysis, development, testing, and completion
  • Experience in aligning mission assurance practices with the program's risk tolerance
  • The ability to devise innovative solutions for a non-traditional program within contractual boundaries
  • Excellent communication abilities and the capacity to work independently and with motivation

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership principle is clear: every employee, regardless of position, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, we value our personnel. To cultivate our talent and ensure a robust pipeline of future leaders, we seek individuals who:

  • Operate Strategically
  • Initiate Change
  • Engage with Impact
  • Promote Innovation
  • Deliver Results

Employee Recognition

Throughout the interview process, our team will elaborate on our comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits are varied and depend on Job Type. Some key highlights include:

  • Comprehensive healthcare and wellness programs
  • Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time
  • Standard and flexible work schedules, including telecommuting options
  • 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit based on service years, along with matching contributions; employees become immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon recruitment
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Variable pay initiative for outstanding contributions
  • Support for relocation
  • Opportunities for professional advancement and career development
  • Education support programs
  • An inclusive and collaborative work environment built on teamwork, adaptability, and respect

We are a diverse group, originating from various backgrounds and life paths, yet united by the belief that we can bring about a change. This fundamental belief empowers us to deliver our utmost at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action principles. We recognize that a diverse workforce fosters an environment where unique ideas are generated, and differing perspectives are valued, resulting in superior solutions for our clients. All qualified candidates will be evaluated for employment without regard to characteristics like race, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, among others, as protected by law. Individuals with disabilities or veterans needing assistance during the application process can reach out to us for support. For additional information, check out our policies on Workplace Discrimination and Pay Transparency.