Senior Enterprise Systems Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•Huntsville, AL

2d•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 Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Senior Enterprise Systems Engineer for the Portfolio Analysis Department (PAD), part of the Enterprise Effects Division (EED). This is an onsite opportunity in Huntsville, Alabama. The Enterprise Effects Division drives integration of Aerospace’s strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a wide ranging and dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities. As part of the Enterprise Design Subdivision (EDS), the Portfolio Analysis Department offers responsive and comprehensive trades in customer portfolios. Working closely with corporate program offices, PAD delivers portfolio decision insights that expand options for senior leaders and accelerates delivery of end effects. PAD integrates enterprise analysis and design capabilities from across the corporation. We are looking for an experienced Enterprise Systems Engineer to support a variety of Department of War and Intelligence Community customers. Work Model: This position will be required to work full-time on site at Aerospace’s Huntsville, AL location.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, science, or other related technical discipline
Minimum of 12 years of increasingly responsible experience in systems engineering or other space-related engineering disciplines
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with employees, customers, program offices, and contractors
Demonstrated ability to identify problem space, assess trade options, and independently formulate courses of action
Experience initiating and leading cross-functional, cross-organizational teams to plan and execute projects or studies
Familiarity with MBSE modeling languages such as System Modeling Language (SysML), Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), or other modeling frameworks
Excellent interpersonal skills and well adept at oral and written communication
Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
Available and willing to travel domestically, approx. 5-10%
Active TS//SCI security clearance with CI polygraph

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in engineering, mathematics, science, or other related technical discipline
Demonstrated leadership of broad multidisciplinary teams conducting technical evaluations of complex systems; cost, schedule and risk analysis; portfolio-level trade studies; and requirements development
Experience with and/or working knowledge of the Aerospace Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) span of technical capabilities and organizational construct
Experience with Department of War and/or Intelligence Community systems engineering and programmatic processes, methods, tools, and personnel
Experience briefing senior Government leaders (General Officer and/or SES/SIS)

Responsibilities

Provide enterprise engineering and related analytical support to government national security customers in the areas of portfolio management, digital engineering, data integration and system-of-systems engineering
Perform technical analyses requiring demonstrated expertise working with and understanding mission data and workflows
Engage directly with Aerospace program office personnel as well as government customers
Support the deployment or implementation of existing tools, models, and frameworks
Identify new capabilities and enhancements that will better support customer programs and architectures
Initiate studies designed to solve complex problems and provide new and innovative technical solutions
Take initiative to inform management of perceived technical problems and recommend courses of action
Utilize Aerospace resources, teams, and expertise on the effective use of MBSE methodologies, modeling languages, and tools
Provide ongoing technical consultation and advice to management, customers, and contractors
Provide mentoring and oversight to early career staff, as necessary
Occasional travel may be required

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