Strategic SATCOM Senior Systems Engineering and Integration Engineer Lead

4 days ago


El Segundo, California, United States The Aerospace Corporation Full time
About the Role

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a highly motivated Sr. Project Leader (Systems Engineering - Acquisition and Systems Engineering) to work within an integrated program office of Space Force, Aerospace, and contractor personnel in support of Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) system acquisition.

Key Responsibilities
  • Apply engineering expertise in support of systems engineering, integration, and test strategies for prototyping, development, and fielding phases of the program.
  • Ensure synchronization and integration of government, ESS segment contractors, and other strategic collaborators.
  • Task, lead, and communicate with interdisciplinary teams, including program office and ETG SMEs, the customer, and contractors.
  • Provide technical solutions that meet the needs of the program.
Requirements
  • 12 or more years of increasingly responsible relevant professional engineering/scientific experience working across government programs.
  • Experience in systems engineering, requirements development, and program acquisition for government programs.
  • Track record of leading and communicating with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Capability to balance technical detail and broader programmatic perspectives.
  • Capacity to operate with agility in high intensity and fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities and demanding customer needs.
  • Ability to lead and communicate with diverse groups.
  • Experience working across government programs in systems engineering, requirements development, and program acquisition.
  • Skills in performing risk and schedule assessments.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or science from a recognized institution or a related STEM field.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced technical degree in engineering, science, physics, or related field.
  • Specific experience in satellite communication systems, payload, ground mission planning, and/or command and control systems.
  • Understanding of government space system acquisitions processes and procedures.
  • Project management and experience, including demonstrated ability to perform system-level optimization trades between cost, schedule, performance, and risk.
  • MILSATCOM program office experience.
  • Familiarity with Aerospace culture and experience coordinating with Engineering & Technology Group (ETG).
What 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 $155,900 - $233,000.

Leadership Competencies:

  • Operate Strategically
  • Lead Change
  • Engage with Impact
  • Foster Innovation
  • 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 - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
  • Relocation assistance
  • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
  • Education assistance programs
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.



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