Software & Cloud Integration Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•El Segundo, CA

2d•$129,000 - $193,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Software & Cloud Integration Engineer for its Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD), which integrates modern software technologies with expertise in cybersecurity, software architecture and engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, process improvement, and software development. The Software Tools & Assurance Department advances modern software engineering and digital engineering practices to deliver responsive, reliable mission software, focusing on cloud platforms, microservices, workflow automation, and system modernization. The role provides software systems engineering and architectural guidance for complex, large-scale applications across space, ground, and launch domains. It modernizes legacy monolithic systems into resilient microservices-based configurations deployed across cloud and virtualized environments, and supports technical trade studies and rapid prototyping to evaluate and implement cloud-native, containerization, and orchestration technologies. The engineer serves as a technical liaison between customers, program managers, engineering teams, and external stakeholders, translating mission objectives into architectural milestones. The position also promotes collaborative innovation, modern software development methods, and mentorship of junior engineers while contributing to mission-critical programs. This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, California, with occasional travel to other domestic work locations or customer sites. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain one. The annual pay range is $129,000 to $193,500, with individual compensation determined by factors including education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.
Six or more years of experience with increasing responsibility in software engineering or software architecture.
Experience in at least one of the following areas: modernizing legacy systems into unified, maintainable, automated software applications; designing and maintaining backend services and REST APIs using modern frameworks with integrations across enterprise services, workflow systems, and cloud environments; or cloud and microservices architecture, including managed compute, storage, and monitoring services.
Experience integrating systems across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and quickly learn and adapt to new software technologies and languages.
Experience in software engineering, full lifecycle development, and advanced problem solving.
Willingness to travel occasionally to other domestic work locations or customer sites.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in a STEM or related technical field.
Experience interfacing with customers from the intelligence community, DoD, or civilian agencies such as NASA, NNSA, or NOAA.
Demonstrated expertise designing, developing, testing, or maintaining complex software for satellite operations.
Demonstrated ability to bring industry knowledge of modern software practices to drive innovation within established teams.
In-depth knowledge and experience in cloud platforms and architectures for storage, compute, monitoring, and certificate management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to varied audiences.
Strong track record of building, mentoring, and leading technical teams or working groups from the ground up.
Active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide high-level software systems engineering and architectural guidance for complex, large-scale applications across space, ground, and launch domains.
Modernize legacy monolithic architectures into resilient microservices-based configurations deployed across cloud and virtualized environments.
Help design technical trade studies and rapid prototyping efforts to evaluate and securely implement cloud-native, containerization, and orchestration technologies.
Serve as a technical liaison, translating customer mission objectives into actionable architectural milestones and aligning program managers, engineering teams, and external stakeholders.
Champion modern software development methodologies and introduce new commercial perspectives and practices to established teams.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative culture of innovation and positive change.
Apply technical expertise to mission-critical programs and pursue growth in emerging technologies and engineering disciplines.

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 a company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service, plus 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.
Inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.