Vehicle Systems Software Leadership Position

5 days ago


El Segundo, California, United States The Aerospace Corporation Full time
Director of Vehicle System Software

The Aerospace Corporation, a trusted partner to the nation's space programs, is seeking an experienced leader to join our team as Director of Vehicle System Software.

This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA or Chantilly, VA, offering a Hybrid work model that combines (4) regular onsite workdays and remote flexibility as the business needs allow.

About the Job

We are looking for a talented individual with a strong background in aerospace engineering, physics, or computer science to lead our Vehicle Systems Software Department. As the Director of Vehicle System Software, you will provide leadership to a talented staff of researchers and engineers, facilitate a culture of innovation, and lead multidisciplinary projects across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead, manage, and staff the department in support of the department's expanding embedded projects.
  • Identify strategic growth areas to expand and enhance the department's lab capabilities.
  • Develop and execute strategies that lead to new or sustained business and customers.
  • Direct efforts within the department toward expeditious resolution of critical problems.
  • Encourage the technical growth of personnel, and develop and mentor future managers.
What You'll Need
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or a related field.
  • Minimum of (12) years of progressively responsible engineering and leadership experience that encompasses both launch vehicle and satellites systems.
  • Proven ability working with various Aerospace and U.S. government space program offices.
  • Experience and ability to keep up with the state-of-the-art in flight and embedded systems software practices and hardware advancements.
  • Management experience covering staff supervision, task definition and execution, planning and goal development, the ability to direct administrative as well as technical personnel, and success interacting with diverse groups and individuals.
  • Strong skills and leadership abilities with multidisciplinary teams to include, but not be limited to, strategic thinking, operational execution, command presence, organizational positioning, personal and interpersonal communication, and history of resolving issues/problems.
Benefits
  • 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.
Compensation

The estimated salary range for this position is $168,200 - $252,400 per year, paid annually.



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