Senior Enterprise 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.

Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies  with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, process improvement, and software development to provide operationally-focused engineering solutions for space enterprise C3 systems, missions, and processes and to deliver systems engineering support for missions and responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our IC, DoD, and civilian customers.

Focusing on the applications of these technologies, the Command, Control, and Communications (C3) Engineering & Operations Department (CEOD) staff provide operationally-focused engineering solutions for space enterprise C3 systems, missions, and processes in support of these customers.  We deliver systems engineering support for missions and C2 system development; lead system and software test planning and execution campaigns; support ground system and architecture improvement efforts; influence future electronic warfare, space data transport (SDT), command and control (C2), and missile warning investments; provide operational C2 expertise for future systems; and, provide technical and operational experience with fielded space systems and real missions. Do you want to have a positive impact on the present and future space enterprise? Join us as a Senior Enterprise Systems Engineer on the C3 Engineering and Operations Department team at The Aerospace Corporation!

Work Model

 This is a full-time position based in Colorado Springs, CO, which requires 100% onsite work.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Advising Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC), Space Security and Defense Program (SSDP), Multi-Domain Sensing Program (MDSP), and Spectrum Warfare Program (SWP customers on technical and analytical approaches, force design, systems engineering, and development of systems and capabilities for customers.
• Developing analytic plans and defining analytic tasks needed to understand needs and refine force designs.
• Supporting government development and demonstration of capabilities that advance the state of the art in systems from concept through prototyping, acquisition, testing, and into operations.
• Working across space mission and program boundaries to identify common program challenges and risks, provide enterprise recommendations, and lead issues to closure.
• Identifying needed expertise and leading analytic teams from Aerospace Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) technical specialists to address customers’ key technical hard questions and challenges through data driven analysis.
• Working closely and effectively with external partners in integrated product teams that include government, contractor, and FFRDC members as an architectural thinker and thought leader.
• Communicating effectively with all levels of corporate management through timely reporting of technical issues and recommendations.

What You Need to be Successful – Senior Engineering Specialist

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in STEM or related technical discipline.
• 12 or more years of increasingly responsible and related engineering/scientific experience , preferably including multi-disciplinary systems engineering and/or program management environments.
• Experience with space and ground architectures.
• Experience with multi-mission integration of systems. 
• Experience with fielded systems to included concept development, system development, testing, or system fielding.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, deal with ambiguity, and work proactively within a dynamic environment where priorities may change.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers.
• Proven ability to lead technical analyses and lead teams.
• Experience working with government customers.
• Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site approx. if required.   
• This position requires an active Top Secret SCI security clearance; eligible for SAP/SAR 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:

• Advanced degree in from a recognized institution in engineering, mathematics, or technical science.
• Over 10 years of modeling, simulation, and analysis experience with a strong background in space systems technologies, space architectural concepts, or joint warfighting operations.
• Experience with space domain awareness, tasking, mission management, data transport, C2 processes, and/or RF system modeling. 
• Defense planning experience.
• Experience leveraging matrixed employees to provide expertise for space systems development.
• Experience working with SWAC, SSDP, MDSP, US Space Force, US Space Command, and NRO customers.
• Demonstrated success in directly interfacing with senior government leadership of varying backgrounds.
• Experience with digital engineering and/or agile approaches to analysis and development activities.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI access and SAP/SAR access

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 various 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 employer. 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 peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.