Mission Design Engineer/Senior Mission Design Engineer
2 days ago
The Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner to the nation's space programs, providing unmatched technical expertise in solving the hardest problems.
As 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.
As a Mission Design Engineer/Senior Mission Design Engineer, you will be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators who are committed to carrying out a mission much bigger than themselves.
Our Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy, and strategy, development planning, system of systems engineering, and threat reduction to help shape the future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise.
As a key member of the Performance and Control Analysis group within the Launch Operations Division (LOD), you will provide technical, systems engineering, and programmatic leadership for mission design areas, including mass properties and flight operations.
You will work closely with the Aerospace Engineering and Technology Group (ETG), the government customer, and the contractor to identify technical and certification-related issues/risks and execute and close tasks.
The selected candidate will also mentor less experienced MTS and serve as a role model, providing guidance and support to help them gain familiarity with technical processes and tasks associated with mission design, flight operations, and mass properties.
This is a hybrid position that requires at least three days onsite at the Los Angeles Air Force Base in El Segundo, CA.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical, systems engineering, and programmatic leadership for mission design areas, including mass properties and flight operations.
- Act as primary interface between Systems Analysis, SSC/LE, engineering staff, launch vehicle contractor, and the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Office of Space Launch.
- Manage launch verification efforts for Mission Design and Flight Operations.
- Manage launch vehicle certification efforts for Mission Design and Mass Properties.
- Coordinate analysis activities with Aerospace engineering staff and the launch vehicle contractor.
- Mentor new Space Force Officers to help them gain familiarity with technical processes and tasks associated with Mission Design, Flight Operations, and Mass Properties.
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited program in engineering or related technical discipline.
- Eight or more years relevant experience with increasing responsibility.
- Experience in trajectory and performance analysis.
- Knowledge of or experience with launch vehicle subsystems.
- Ability to interface effectively with senior Aerospace management, Space Force, and contractor counterparts.
- Ability to solve complex problems, forge well-founded technical recommendations, and balance technical and programmatic perspectives.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree from an accredited program in engineering or technical discipline.
- Knowledge in Mass Properties and/or Flight Operations.
- Familiarity with National Security Space launch systems and operations.
- Experience with other Performance and Control Analysis disciplines (e.g. Guidance, Navigation and Control, Flight Software).
- Knowledge and experience with Aerospace Space Launch Readiness Verification process.
What We Offer:
We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.
The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.
Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.
(Min - Max)
$129,000 - $249,600
Pay Basis:
Annual
Leadership Competencies:
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people.
To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:
- Operate Strategically
- Lead Change
- Engage with Impact
- Foster Innovation
- Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees:
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type
A few highlights include:
- 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
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.
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