Senior Space Vehicle Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

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 National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch. The Survivability and Resilience Office (SRO) of the Advanced Technology Division offers broadening opportunities to make a lasting impact on mission success in a rapidly evolving mission area that requires end-to-end integration of space and ground architectures, cross-organizational reach, has varying mission assurance and acquisition approaches, and spans R&D to major system acquisition. SRO is looking for a Senior Space Vehicle Systems Engineer (Sr. Project Engineer - Multi-Disciplinary Engineering) to be a key leader in the development of boundary-pushing space systems capabilities and their integration into the space enterprise. This includes technical leadership for maturation of critical technologies as well as for space vehicle design, development, and operation along with hardware/software development, integration, and testing. Work Model This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, VA which requires 100% onsite work. What You'll Be Doing Working shoulder-to-shoulder within Aerospace and with the Government team to identify and mitigate risks associated with space vehicle engineering activities
Defining and executing the Aerospace role on a wide variety of multidisciplinary space vehicle acquisition, design, manufacture, integration, and test activities including design reviews, test events, and performance evaluations across multiple levels of scope and maturity
Supporting cross-segment integration and testing for both space and ground elements
Guiding the development and maturation of technologies and capabilities needed for next generation resilient space vehicles and pursuing new opportunities for Aerospace prototyping and technology risk reduction activities
Building and leading Aerospace matrix engineer teams of subject matter experts to assess and guide new developments or solve emerging problems in critical technology areas What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for the Senior Space Vehicle Systems Engineer - Multi-Disciplinary Engineering Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics or a related discipline Typically, ten (10) years of professional engineering experience with increasing responsibilities
Experience with satellite systems design, development, integration, test, and/or on-orbit operations
Demonstrated ability to work in teams and strong interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to travel domestically approximately once a month on average.
This position requires a current and active TS/SCI SSBI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the US 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: Experience with the technology maturation lifecycle for space systems and/or in developing advanced technology demonstrations and transitioning them to operational systems
Demonstrated deep subject matter expertise in one or more technical disciplines integral to the development of satellite hardware and/or software
Advanced degree in a science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), or related discipline
Demonstrated familiarity with the full systems engineering lifecycle
Demonstrated experience coordinating and leading technical teams through multiple stages of a program life cycle 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 or by email at . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal , as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement .