Mission IT Software Portfolio Lead, Mission Information Technology

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of 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. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

Digital Innovation Division (DID) is accountable for generating and executing integrated strategies, providing governance, and managing internal investments associated with four technical pillars that form the foundation of Aerospace's digital transformation.  

 

As the Mission IT Software Portfolio Lead, you will report directly to the Principal Director for Mission IT in the Digital Innovation Division. You will lead the Mission IT Software Portfolio Management. You will collaborate with stakeholders across the Enterprise Technology Group and Enterprise IT team to implement and sustain the Mission IT.  

 

Work Model: This position is a hybrid (3 days of in-office work )or remote work arrangement based at our Chantilly,VA, El Segundo, CA,Colorado Springs, CO, Albuquerque, NM, or Huntsville, AL location.  

 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Support the development and implementation of a corporate Mission IT software strategy as part of an overall integrated Mission IT strategy.  
• Develop and execute implementation and sustainment plans in partnership with our customer and enterprise services organizations including service level agreements across IT resources. 
• Collect and coordinate current and emerging Mission IT software requirements from across the corporation’s multiple networks and enclaves. 
• Establish a Mission IT software portfolio utilization tracking system and metrics to better inform requirements. 
• Support an annual consolidated Mission IT software portfolio budget request to including priorities and potential offsets/tradeoffs. 
• Explore various licensing models with vendors to better meet Aerospace needs and maximize ROI. 
• Work with a matrix team of Mission IT practitioners across finance, supply chain, EIS, and security to identify efficiencies and develop new corporate processes. 
• ·Establish and lead a team of teams approach comprised of tool stewards, license server stewards, and SMEs for Mission IT COTS software applications utilized across the corporation.  

 

What You Need to be Successful – Asset and Vendor Management Staff III 

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or other technical discipline. 
• 6 or more years’ experience. 
• Experience and knowledge with cloud-based platforms and services (on premises, off premises, hybrid) and high-performance technical computing as part of classified networks and enclaves. 
• Experience with Aerospace security approval and software installation processes.  
• Experience with software portfolio requirements analysis. 
• Demonstrated experience leading by influence and through ambiguity to adjudicate competing priorities. 
• Position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. 

 

In addition to the above, the Asset and Vendor Management Staff IV requires: 

• 10 or more years’ experience. 
• Experience and knowledge with cloud-based platforms and services (on premises, off premises, hybrid) and high-performance technical computing as part of classified networks and enclaves. 
• Experience with Aerospace security approval and software installation processes.  
• Experience with software portfolio requirements analysis. 
• Experience and knowledge of engineering software and processes. 
• Experience and knowledge of Service Level Agreements and contract implementations.
   

 

How You Can Stand Out  

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

• Master’s degree in information technology, computer science, computer engineering, systems engineering, or a related discipline. 
• Relevant certifications in technical disciplines (e.g., computing and cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity) or project management disciplines (e.g., PMP, agile product owner or Scrum master). 
• Experience and knowledge with Aerospace supply chain and budget request processes. 
• Knowledge of commercial-off-the-shelf engineering analysis tools and applications, vendors, and licensing models  
• Current DoD TS and SSBI/SCI Clearance 

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)

$82,900 - $157,200

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

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.