Satellite Systems Architect

1 day ago


Chantilly, Virginia, United States The Aerospace Corporation Full time

The Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner to the nation's space programs, providing unmatched technical expertise. Our team of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators deliver innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil, and commercial customers.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled SIGINT Systems Engineer (Project Engineer/Sr. Project Engineer - Enterprise Systems Engineering) to serve as a front-facing representative with Senior Government Officials. This position requires 8-12 years of progressively more responsible systems engineering experience and a current TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a multi-disciplined systems engineer in the program office assisting in the development and fielding of the next generation SIGINT architecture.
  • Investigate and be familiar with interface definitions across the architecture, to include space, ground C2, and processing.
  • Contribute to architectural implementation trades leveraging the Aerospace mission analysis team.
  • Identify opportunities to support concept development, requirement and mission analyses, and technology demonstrations.
  • Engage with the Government Customer(s) while working collaboratively with other support contractors and development contractors.

Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree in engineering or related discipline.
  • Technical knowledge of satellite systems, including interfaces between SOC, spacecraft, ground, software, and C2.
  • Systems Engineering requirements definition and management experience for space systems.
  • Current and active TS/SCI security clearance issued by the US government.
  • Willingness to travel up to 10% of time for program design reviews.

About Us

The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment where unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, sex, 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 any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Estimated Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000 per year



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