Senior Space Systems Engineer

19 hours ago

Cape Canaveral, United States The Aerospace Corporation Full time
Job Title: Senior Space Systems Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner to the nation's space programs, delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil, and commercial customers.

About the Role

We are seeking a well-qualified individual to join our team as a Senior Space Systems Engineer. This challenging cutting-edge position is located on-site at Cape Canaveral, FL.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work closely with AAE and SML Program Offices on program management and systems engineering
  • Coordinate and provide engineering support for SML prototype contract(s)
  • Provide technical expertise to support SML procurement strategy
  • Develop SML interface documents and standards
  • Communicate status and progress of technical activities, issues, and accomplishments through reports and briefings to Aerospace, Space Force, and contractor teams
Requirements
  • 12+ years of professional growth and related experience with space vehicle hardware
  • Proven understanding and experience with space vehicle design, assembly, testing, operations, and analysis
  • Track record in coordinating or participating on multi-disciplinary technical teams
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and directly with customers and a geographically dispersed team
  • Ability to travel as needed (mostly domestic)
  • This position requires a TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
  • Expertise in design, analysis, and testing of spacecraft hardware
  • Hands-on experience working with small prototype space vehicles
  • Experience with Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Docking (RPOD), Servicing, Assembly, or Manufacturing
  • Experience with DoD requirements, budgeting, and procurement processes
  • Experience collaborating with the USSF, NASA, NRO/OSL and industry partners
Our Leadership Philosophy

At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. We want individuals who operate strategically, lead change, engage with impact, foster innovation, and deliver results.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including comprehensive health care and wellness plans, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation, standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options, 401(k) Plan, flexible spending accounts, variable pay program for exceptional contributions, relocation assistance, professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, education assistance programs, and an inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

We are 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.

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