Launch Systems Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•El Segundo, CA

1d•$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 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 NSG Launch Directorate provides direct technical support to the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Office of Space Launch (OSL) in the areas of Launch Systems Engineering, Mission Integration Engineering, Launch Site Engineering, and Mission Assurance. In your role as a Launch Systems Engineer (Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer - Systems and Mission Assurance Engineering), you will be a member of the OSL Engineering Team and provide direct support to the OSL Chief Engineer. Your responsibilities will be to assist OSL in developing and maintaining the launch capability baseline of current and future launch vehicles to meet NRO requirements. You will also evaluate technical risks, participate in anomaly investigations, and provide status and recommendations to support risk mitigation efforts for OSL missions. This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s OR Advanced degree in a STEM field
Minimum of 6 years of experience in launch vehicle or space vehicle design, analysis, test, integration, or operations
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team to resolve issues
Proven ability to interface proactively and communicate complex technical subject matter effectively with all levels of customers, contractors, and peers
Willing to travel 20% with extended durations during launch campaigns
This position requires a TS/SSBI security clearance along with the ability to obtain a SCI and polygraph, which is issued by the US government.
U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in launch vehicle or space vehicle design, analysis, test, integration, or operations
Demonstrated ability to assess a large variety of technical data and identify items of highest significance
Demonstrated ability to operate independently with minimal direct supervision

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in a STEM field
Strong personal initiative
A current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the US government.
U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to the OSL Chief Engineer and Launch Directorate Chief Engineer as a member of the OSL Engineering Team
Perform fleet monitoring of active launch systems and new launch system development to support NRO launch vehicle certification assessments
Evaluate launch system technical issues and participate in launch system anomaly investigations which may affect NRO launch schedules or result in NRO mission risks
Work closely with OSL Mission Assurance Team, Launch Management Division, and Launch Acquisition Division to resolve launch system technical issues and mitigate launch system risks
Provide timely and responsive status and recommendations to OSL leadership and mission teams
Perform readiness assessments at key milestones in support of NRO launch readiness and mission certification processes including day of launch decisions
Engage with external United States Space Force, NASA, and Aerospace program offices to address OSL objectives and concerns

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