Research and Development Engineer (Microelectronics)

The Aerospace Corporation • Westfield, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Research and Development Engineer to support its Advanced Research and Engineering Sub-Division within the National Systems Group. The role supports research and development for a major intelligence agency, applying corporate expertise to develop and demonstrate next-generation microelectronics space technologies. The engineer will help shape a National Security Space portfolio by advising the customer on critical microelectronics technologies for space-based applications.

This full-time position is based in Chantilly and requires 100% onsite work, with occasional travel. The engineer will work on a small team in a fast-paced environment and interact with mid- and senior-level government officials, SETA, and contractor personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in science, engineering, mathematics, or a related technical field.
• Current and active TS/SSBI/SCI security clearance and polygraph; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
• 10 or more years of relevant experience.
• Experience in research and development of new technologies for space systems, such as sensors, processing, or communications.
• Industry experience in commercial, modern microelectronic chip design, layout, and fabrication processes.
• Experience in technical project management, scoping projects, and leveraging interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to be proactive, think strategically, and anticipate needs.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in science, engineering, mathematics, or a related technical field.
• Direct experience with government or commercial space systems.

Responsibilities

• Leverage experts across the corporation to scope, direct, and integrate technical analysis and testing for research and development of new materials, technologies, and systems for overhead intelligence collection and processing.
• Evaluate the impact of new concepts, technologies, and CONOPs on the national security space architecture.
• Provide rigorous technical analysis to inform government decisions about future microelectronics technology and demonstration-system investments.
• Interface daily with mid- and senior-level government officials, SETA, and contractor personnel as part of a small, fast-paced team.

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 and 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.

What This Job Offers

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