Sr. Member of the Technical Staff - Digital Systems Engineering

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.

The Systems Engineering Division (SED) provides unmatched experience in systems engineering to the U.S. government and to numerous public and private agencies, universities, nonprofit organizations, consortia, and commercial companies involved in the advanced application of space technology. From systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization, astrodynamics, orbital debris, navigation, failure analysis, mission assurance, cost and schedule assessment, and economic market analysis, SED exploits an incredibly broad array of engineering and business disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs and national challenges. 

The Digital Systems Engineering Department (DSED), part of SED, is charged with helping our customers successfully adopt, integrate, and utilize digital system models, methods, tools, and best practices as part of their systems realization lifecycle processes through DE and MBSE research & innovation, prototyping, analysis, training, and advisory functions.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Sr. Member of Technical Staff with a focus on Digital Systems Engineering (DSE). The ideal candidate for this position will work individually or as part of a team to research, identify, and implement DE and MBSE approaches for new and existing space and defense systems and advise internal Aerospace and external government customers on the effective use of DE and MBSE methodologies, tools, and practices to achieve their desired system realization and optimization outcomes.   

Work Model 

This is a full-time position requiring onsite work at least 3-4 days/week. 

What You'll Be Doing 

• Develop and analyze descriptive models representing complex space, ground, and launch system architectures and designs.

• Develop various model patterns, model libraries, and model templates for enabling reuse across projects and programs.

• Conduct DE and MBSE research studies and independent assessments.

• Advise customers on MBSE methods, languages, and toolsets that meet their systems engineering lifecycle needs.  

• Support the development of DE and MBSE training material and assist with training course and seminar events.

• Author and present material on DE and MBSE topics of interest to Aerospace customers and communities of interest.

What Corporate Skillsets You’ll Bring 

• Good written and oral communications skills.

• Solid organizational and time management skills. 

• Comfortable with working on challenging ill-defined problems.

• Ability to work individually or as part of a team. 

• Strong interpersonal skills and seek help and guidance from colleagues when needed.

• Capable of adapting to changing customer and organizational needs. 

What You Need to Be Successful

• B.S. degree in a relevant Engineering discipline (Aerospace, Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.), Computer Science, or related technical field.

• 4 years of experience in two or more systems engineering functional areas (e.g., (CONOPs, requirements, architecture, design, system analysis, or integration & test).

• Practical work experience one or more MBSE modeling languages (SysML, UAFML, LML, etc.), methodologies (OOSEM, SysMOD, MagicGrid, etc.), and tools (Cameo, Sparx, Rhapsody, GENESYS, etc.). 

• Familiarity with architecture framework standards (e.g., DoDAF, UAF, TOGAF).

• Knowledge of space, ground, launch, and airborne systems.

• Clearly articulate ideas and work products to colleagues and customers. 

• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. federal government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

How you Can Stand Out 

• M.S. or Ph.D. degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Aerospace, Systems Electrical, Mechanical, etc.), Computer Science, or related technical discipline.  

• Knowledge of business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI, etc.)

• Some knowledge of graph theory and network science concepts.

• Knowledge of graph database and visualization tools (e.g., Neo4j, Ontotext, Gephi)

• Understanding of digital engineering concepts, principles and tools.

• Some teaching experience, especially in technical subjects.

• Relevant OMG or INCOSE certifications. 

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)

$100,300 - $150,400

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.