Senior Software Systems Engineer

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.

Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.

The Software Tools & Assurance Department couples the latest in technologies, such as cloud, containerization, microservices, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in digital engineering, software architecture, software engineering, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our IC, DoD, and civilian customers.  

Work Model

• This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA, offering a hybrid work model that combines 3 regular onsite workdays and remote flexibility as the business needs allow. 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing software systems engineering skills to space, ground, and launch systems in the national security, civil, and commercial domains.
• Applying skills and adaptability in various areas that may include resolution of software systems issues. Support may include software development; software architectures; enterprise systems; technology recommendations; cloud and virtualization deployments; microservices and API development; and systems modeling.
• Identifying exciting and innovative opportunities for adopting new technologies to solve existing needs and predicting future challenges.
• Influence team members with creative changes and improvements by challenging status quo and demonstrating risk taking.
• Operates strategically through engaging with customers in leveraging the latest technology that provides innovative solutions to their challenging problems in the space arena.

What You Need to be Successful – Senior Engineering Specialist – Software Architecture & Systems Software Engineering

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM, with major in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related technical discipline.  
•  12 or more years of industry work experience.
• . Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong software engineering life-cycle experience and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability on designing and managing data lakes and implementing efficient data pipeline solutions.
• Demonstrated expertise in model based systems engineering (MBSE) and advanced complex systems modeling.
• Experience in at least two of the following areas:
  • DODAF and generation of related models and dashboards
  • AI/ML (LLM, Neural Network, NLP, etc.)
  • Alternative software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps, etc.)
•  Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site domestically/internationally approx. 20%
• This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

How You Can Stand Out

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

• Master’s degree from an accredited program in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related field. 
• 15 or more years of industry work experience.
• In-depth knowledge and experience in three or more of the following areas:
  • DODAF and generation of related models and dashboards
  • Data lakes and data pipelining
  • Model-based systems engineering and complex systems modeling
  • AI/ML (LLM, Neural Network, NLP, etc.)

Alternative software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps, etc.)

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)

$151,300 - $226,900

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.