C3S Systems Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•Greenbelt, MD

5d•$117,300 - $175,900•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a C3S Systems Engineer (Project Engineer – Systems Engineering) for the LEO Ground Project within the Civil Systems Group Operational Programs team. The team supports multi-agency operational satellite programs, including the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) program, where NASA is responsible for mission system development and integration. These mission systems bring together spacecraft, instruments, ground stations, command and control, data processing systems, and distributed operations and engineering staff. The role supports the mission success of the LEO Ground Common Ground System (CGS), helping prepare it for future domestic and international missions at JPSS polar ground sites. The position involves systems engineering across architecture, requirements, design, integration, testing, verification, and operations readiness. The selected candidate will work full-time on-site at customer facilities in Greenbelt, Maryland, and Suitland, Maryland, and must be able and willing to deploy to polar ground sites. The position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain one.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in engineering, science, or an equivalent STEM discipline.
Six or more years of progressively responsible professional experience, including applicable direct experience with ground system command and telemetry hardware and/or software.
Proven knowledge and expertise in at least one core area of ground system engineering: requirements, design, development, interfaces, integration, test, or operations.
Demonstrated capability to evaluate issues and solve problems from a systems perspective.
Experience with ground system integration.
Ability and motivation to work effectively and collaboratively with Government and Contractor personnel.
Self-sufficiency, initiative, and excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability and willingness to deploy to polar ground sites.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance may be required; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree(s) in engineering, physical science, or an equivalent technical discipline.
Experience with NASA-developed or acquired spacecraft, instruments, and/or ground systems.
Knowledge and experience with NASA systems engineering principles and processes.
Knowledge and experience working with Aerospace ETG technical subject matter experts.
Demonstrated ability to identify, prioritize, and resolve high-impact technical and/or program management issues.
Demonstrated effective leadership of collaborative technical teams composed of contributors from diverse sources, backgrounds, and locations.

Responsibilities

Ensure the LEO Ground Common Ground System (CGS) is prepared to facilitate future domestic and international missions at the JPSS polar ground sites.
Support planning and execution of CGS integration and test activities, including design validation, hardware and software integration, requirements and interface verification, and end-to-end testing of telemetry and command systems.
Work with Project and Systems Managers to identify complex technical challenges, develop recommendations, and follow through with resolution.
Engage in mission systems engineering activities, including mission architecture, concept studies and trades, requirements, design, integration, test, and verification.
Coordinate with mission stakeholders, Project staff, spacecraft, instrument, and ground vendors to advance systems engineering activities.
Work with NASA engineers, vendors, and the Aerospace Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) to identify and resolve technical risks.
Provide technical information and guidance to Aerospace ETG to support ongoing investigations and studies.
Share cross-cutting information with Aerospace and NASA staff across Project offices and related Civil, DoD, and IC space communities.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
401(k) Plan with company-paid benefits of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service, plus matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested upon hire.
Flexible spending accounts.
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
Relocation assistance.
Professional growth and development programs.
Education assistance programs.
Inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.