FTC Compliance Analyst

The Aerospace Corporation • El Segundo, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The FTC Compliance Analyst (Senior Project Engineer - Systems Engineering - Acquisition) provides direct, full-time support to the U.S. Government-appointed Compliance Officer (CO). The role supports oversight of Boeing’s adherence to nondiscriminatory practices and data-protection requirements arising from its acquisition of Spirit, and helps monitor, assess, and verify compliance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Consent Order authorizing the acquisition. The analyst develops deep expertise in the Consent Order and works with government officials, regulators, and industry partners to interpret, communicate, implement, and execute compliance responsibilities in a highly regulated environment.

The position is part of The Aerospace Corporation’s Civil Systems Group and requires full-time, on-site work at the company’s facility in Chantilly, Virginia, or El Segundo, California. It may also involve site visits and travel to user-community locations and Boeing facilities, including Wichita, Kansas, and other locations as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a hard science such as Chemistry, Math, Engineering, Physics, or a related STEM field.
• At least 10 years of increasingly responsible, relevant professional experience in military systems acquisitions, contracts, and/or compliance.
• Background in and understanding of military aircraft systems strategy and/or policy.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as a team member and coordinate multiple diverse activities.
• Excellent teaching and interpersonal skills and superior oral and written communication abilities.
• Must have a current and active security clearance or be eligible to reapply for a TS/SCI security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in a hard science, preferably including operational experience.
• More than 10 years of practical experience developing, implementing, evaluating, and refining compliance and training programs, with the ability to tailor innovative and responsive applications to specific order requirements.
• Previous experience working with the U.S. Government; strongly preferred.
• Current and active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Aerospace Government Compliance Team’s development of internal requirements and oversee evaluation and verification of Northrop Grumman’s nondiscrimination and data-protection practices against FTC Consent Order requirements, as stated in the posting.
• Act as a primary interface between Aerospace, Boeing, and government oversight organizations, including the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA).
• Support interactions with U.S. Government agencies on compliance-related matters as needed.
• Develop and manage information requests, compliance processes, and procedural frameworks for consistent, auditable execution of Consent Order obligations.
• Support budgeting, resource planning, and allocation for compliance tasks in coordination with the Systems Director.
• Analyze compliance findings, identify gaps or risks, and prepare documented reports and briefings for the Compliance Officer, Systems Director, and relevant government stakeholders.
• Support audits, reviews, and inquiries by coordinating data collection, validating evidence, and ensuring timely, accurate responses in alignment with Consent Order and government requirements.
• Conduct site visits and travel to user-community locations and Boeing facilities, including Wichita, Kansas, and other locations as required, to perform compliance verification and oversight.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior