IC 2027 Software Acquisition Engineer
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. Internship conversion position for the Software Systems and Acquisition Department within the Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD). Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers. Do cool work that matters in an industry that’s booming! We are looking for a Software Systems Acquisition Engineer (Software Architecture Engineering and Systems Software Engineering) to help the Aerospace Corporation in guiding software acquisition practices and activities for our customers. Our customers in the Space Force, Air Force, NASA, NOAA, other federal agencies, and commercial industry need your help to acquire cutting-edge software capabilities to chase the future!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or closely related technical discipline
- General knowledge of software development lifecycles with demonstrated experience in 1-2 areas (e.g., requirements, modeling, architecture/design, testing, etc.)
- Ability to perform technical assessments of requirements, software architectures and designs, and/or code
- Ability to assess risk of design trade-offs, development approaches, schedules, and/or plans
- Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups
- Willingness to travel overnight domestically approx. 10% if needed.
- This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Current certification in one or more relevant technologies (e.g., Scrum Master, Product Owner, Scaled Agile Framework, cloud architect, etc.) with corresponding experience
- Knowledge of Cybersecurity and DevSecOps best practices
- Some experience of designing software architecture
- Data visualization, for example being able to visualize data from Cameo models on a platform that is understandable for non-Cameo modelers.
- Some familiarity with AI development concepts
Responsibilities
- Providing expertise in software architecting/engineering approaches and assisting customers in applying these techniques toward mission success
- Applying skills in various areas including, but not limited to, model-driven development, software systems architecture and design, data analysis, agile software development techniques, enterprise systems, digital engineering and/or other related areas.
- Developing analytical tools and models
- Providing general software systems engineering expertise to support effective management of large, software-reliant programs from pre-acquisition planning through source selection, development, deployment, and beyond
- Participating in engineering studies, readiness reviews, technology planning and insertion; performance assessments, and/or market research
- Researching challenge problems, testing hypotheses, prototyping new approaches, and/or proving concepts
- Presenting your technical findings to government officials and others
- Mentoring junior staff as you grow your own career
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
