Research/Branch Librarian

Job Summary

Library and Information Management Services (LIMS) is comprised of Aerospace Corporation’s research library, records management, and the corporate archives. The library at Aerospace’s Chantilly offices supports the corporation and our customers on the east coast, as well as participating in reference and research services as part of a team of research librarians based in El Segundo, CA. The individual in this position manages all aspects of the corporate branch library - acting as an onsite solo librarian.

Work Model

This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, VA with five days working onsite per week.  

What You’ll Be Doing

• Responsible for conducting research to support internal and external customers. Provides documents, articles, standards, books, and patents in response to requests for information.
• Plans and conducts research using appropriate resources such as databases and online catalogs while following federal copyright laws and security regulations.
• Conducts interviews to ascertain information needs.
• Maintains database of current and archival technical documents.
• Supports library acquisitions with co-responsibility for purchasing articles, books, standards, subscriptions, and other materials.
• Acts as consultant to technical staff as to available resources, as well as training on search strategies for these resources.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements:

• Master of Library and Information Science degree from an accredited U.S. program
• Level III - 5 or more years of experience; Level IV - 10 or more years of experience.
• Broad knowledge of aerospace engineering librarianship
• This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a top secret security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
• Willing to travel domestically approx. 5% of the year, typically to the El Segundo offices or potentially for conferences.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Experience in STEM subject librarianship
• Acquisitions experience
• Solo librarian experience
• Strong written, oral, and organizational skills
• Must be detail oriented

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

We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

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. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.