Mission Analysis and GN&C Systems Director

4 weeks ago

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

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Systems Director to lead our Launch Systems Operations and Development team. As a key member of our Launch Systems Division, you will be responsible for managing and providing leadership for a team of project engineers supporting the execution of National Security Space Launches (NSSL) on the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy launch systems and certification activities for the New Glenn launch system.

This role requires a strong background in Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC), Day of Launch (DOL) Winds, Mission Design and Performance, and Flight Operations. You will work closely with the USSF team, contractor counterparts, and other stakeholders to ensure successful execution of NSSL missions and conduct non-recurring validation of new capabilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direction, planning, and management of technical staff and activities associated with the Mission Design, Flight Control/Operations, Day of Launch winds, and GNC hardware/algorithms of the Falcon and New Glenn Launch Vehicles
  • Assign resources, synchronize staffing needs, and coordinate activities
  • Establish and communicate organizational objectives and goals
  • Participate in higher management planning, budgeting, and resource allocation
  • Provide mentoring and guidance for staff in addition to identifying opportunities for performance improvement and conducting performance evaluations
  • Interface regularly at the working-level and management level to ensure accurate and effective assignment of customer tasks
  • Foster productive working relationships within the organization and with the customer and contractor community to facilitate the identification and mitigation of mission risks
  • Effectively communicate status of technical activities, issues, and accomplishments through reports and briefings to Aerospace, USSF, and contractor teams
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in an appropriate technical discipline from a recognized institution
  • 12 years or more of progressively accountable relevant professional engineering/scientific managerial experience
  • Proven experience with GNC or Mission analysis
  • Experience leading team(s) comprised of diversely skilled engineers
  • A current Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret Clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Launch Vehicle GNC hardware and software
  • Experience with development, investigation, and testing of Launch Vehicles for USAF/USSF missions
  • Advanced degree in engineering or related field
  • Knowledge and experience with Aerospace launch verification processes
  • Experience with testing and/or analysis of launch vehicle systems
  • Experience with systems engineering and verification of requirements
  • Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of customer and corporate staff
What We Offer

The Aerospace Corporation offers a competitive compensation package, including a grade-based pay range of $168,200 - $252,400. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health care and wellness plans, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, please submit your application.

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