Space-Based Interceptor Fire Control Lead

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. Job Summary Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers’ portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. Additionally, DSG provides deep technical expertise to the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception, design, acquisition, launch and operations of satellite, launch vehicle, ground control, and range systems. The Special Programs Division supports a broad array of Combat Power missions covering the entire threat response chain which includes the multidomain effects needed for space superiority. These programs include major system acquisitions for multiple ground and space segments, future architecture definition at the data/software/hardware levels, and research and technology for continuous evolution of space warfighting capabilities. The Space-Based Interceptor (SBI) Program Office seeks to develop and deploy a proliferated constellation of space-based interceptors capable of engagement of adversary missiles. The SBI interceptors will employ a Fire Control capability that is integrated with the overall multi-layered missile defense program. Our team is seeking a Space-Based Interceptor Fire Control Lead (Senior Project Leader, Systems Engineering- Acquisition and Operations Systems Engineering) to directly support the SBI Program Office to develop this novel missile defense capability. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at the government facility in Huntsville, AL.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or closely related technical field is required
A minimum of (10) years of relevant professional or educational experience is required
Strong understanding of fire control algorithms in missile defense systems
Proven ability to bring technical solutions to government programs under resource constraints
Experience coordinating and leading multidiscipline technical teams formed to solve complex technical aerospace issues
Willingness to occasionally travel and support customer needs (domestically) up to 20% (as required)
This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government.
U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a STEM field is preferred
(12) or more years of relevant professional or educational experience is preferred
Experience mentoring in a badge-less environment
Proven ability to execute tasks in a matrixed environment and establish effective working relationships with customers, addressing their needs, building relationships, and communicating effectively.
Technical expertise in developing, testing, and sustaining flight software or ground systems for launch vehicles, spacecraft, or missiles, as well as integrating AI & ML technologies to enhance mission capabilities and support technical decision-making with quantitative approaches
Demonstration of superior communication skills in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Directly advising the U.S. government on fire control architecture, acting as the technical authority
Evaluating a multi-vendor solution to fire control in a novel, rapid acquisition
Representing Aerospace’s SMEs and solutions to the government and Industry to grow partnerships and mature technology
Working closely with teams of government, SETA, Aerospace and other FFRDCs experts to integrate the fire control within the SBI architecture and within the multi-layered missile defense program

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
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect