Sensitive Activities and Program Protection Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•Westfield, VA

1d•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. In this opportunity you will serve as a Sensitive Activities & Program Protection ( Project Engineer /Senior Project Engineer- Technical Project Management ) in the Enterprise Strategy and Business Planning department within the Systems Engineering & Launch Division. You will be supporting the customer’s Office of Policy and Strategy (OP&S) at the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO). OP&S is responsible for a broad range of space & intelligence policy and strategies including the community management of sensitive activities. This position requires 100% on site work in Chantilly, VA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s OR Master’s degree in a relevant engineering, mathematics, or science field
A minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering, strategy, or technical field
Familiarity with current and planned national security space and ground systems
Experience with the U.S. space technologies and related policy issues
Strong interest and enthusiasm for understanding global space domain mission and operations
Excellent time-management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous tasks and distributed teams
This position requires 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.
12 years of experience in engineering, strategy, or technical field
Highly motivated self-starter capable of both independent analysis and collaborating with teams
Ability to analyze technical data, produce novel insights and conclusions, and effectively communicate the results
Strong communication skills to be able to effectively coordinate exchanges between technical staff, government customers, and mission partners
Experience in consensus building across a diverse set of stakeholders with varied objectives

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with new and emerging space-based technologies
Experience with and knowledge of IC & DoD mission partners
Experience with sensitive activity management
Demonstrated history of proactive engagement and the flexibility to work in a dynamic environment
Experience developing and presenting strategic decision-making & communications artifacts for senior leaders

Responsibilities

Leading & supporting technical reviews of sensitive space technologies and program protection strategies
Supporting and leading technical reviews of new technology insertion & sensitive activity support
Facilitating multi-stakeholder technical exchanges across government leadership, system operators, mission users and technical teams
Conducting strategic technology and risk assessments across the DoD, IC, and Civil Space domains to inform senior-level decisions
Collaborating across the enterprise with program office counterparts and mission partners to effectively engage Aerospace’s subject matter expertise

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