Enterprise Integration Project Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•El Segundo, CA

5d•$117,300 - $226,900•Onsite

About The Position

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 Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Material Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers’ portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. Additionally, DSG provides deep technical expertise to the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception, design, acquisition, launch and operations of satellite, launch vehicle, ground control, and range systems. Aerospace is seeking an innovative systems engineer and technical leader to address complex integration challenges for contested space capabilities in support of the Mission Integration Subdivision's Space Control Department. The Enterprise Integration Project Engineer will be responsible for technical integration efforts for space control mission threads, performing Systems of Systems Engineering (SoSE) to identify and articulate integration risks, issues, and gaps (RIGs). This role requires objectively evaluating integration approaches, effectively collaborating across organizational boundaries, and clearly communicating complex technical issues to diverse stakeholders. Operating in close collaboration with the Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO) at Space Systems Command (SSC), this position will focus on integration of space domain awareness, operational intelligence, and counter-space operations across the National Security Space Enterprise. This position requires close coordination across SSC and mission partner organizations to identify and drive critical space control risks, issues and gaps (RIGs) to drive closure. Working side-by-side with government counterparts and other FFRDC personnel, this unique and highly-visible position will tackle some of the most urgent space control integration challenges facing the USSF, requiring incisive technical analysis and the ability to exert influence. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science or other applicable degree
8 or more years of experience in relevant engineering/technical/operational aspects of National Security Space systems
Familiarity with multi-disciplinary systems engineering activities for space systems
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, think critically, and identify complex technical issues
Proven ability to work in a dynamic environment and be responsive to management/customer requests
Superior verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate technical issues clearly to diverse audiences
Willingness to travel domestically approximately 10%
Current TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain additional clearances, which are issued by the US government.
U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
12 or more years of experience in relevant engineering/technical/operational aspects of National Security Space systems (for Senior Project Engineer)
Proven experience leading or contributing to multidisciplinary systems engineering activities for space systems (for Senior Project Engineer)
Proven experience taking initiative and delivering on commitments (for Senior Project Engineer)
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic environment, foster effective relationships, and be responsive to management/customer requests (for Senior Project Engineer)

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree from an accredited program in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science or other applicable degree
Proven experience with the development, integration, and operation of DoD and/or IC space and/or ground capabilities
Strong background in Systems of Systems Engineering (SoSE) methodologies and multi-disciplinary systems engineering activities for space systems
Understanding of contested space operations and related mission areas
Familiarity with SSIO increment approach and enterprise capability frameworks
Knowledge of ongoing mission area activities within and outside of SSC
Experience working with customers from organizations outside of SSC
Experience working with integrated government, FFRDC, and SETA teams
Experience leveraging the breadth and depth of Aerospace ETG technical capabilities and resources
Current SAP/SAR accesses

Responsibilities

Perform Systems of Systems Engineering (SoSE) to identify integration risks, issues, and gaps
Apply innovative analytical approaches and SoSE methodologies to uncover integration challenges
Work across program, mission, and stakeholder boundaries to champion enterprise perspectives and articulate integration RIGs in Aerospace assessments on program roadmaps and systems engineering artifacts
Develop technical guidance and inform technical assessments, leveraging Aerospace ETG resources when appropriate to augment technical products in support of space enterprise systems integration
Influence programs and stakeholders to drive closure of identified RIGs through technical credibility and effective communication
Collaborate closely and effectively with government, Aerospace, other FFRDC and contractor support personnel

Benefits

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