Sr. LRSO/Missile Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•Eglin AFB, FL

5d•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 Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, development planning, system of systems engineering, and threat reduction to help shape the future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including US Space Force, U.S Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of services and support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers but also horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. DSG also assists 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 Nuclear Operations Directorate (NOD) is seeking a Sr. LRSO/Missile Engineer (Sr. Project Engineer to provide mechanical engineering support to the USAF Long Range Stand Off (LRSO) Program Office Air Vehicle group with development, test, and production of the LRSO Cruise Missile. The position requires someone with hands on experience in systems engineering, specifically configuration management and Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition phase transition. The candidate will be in a customer interface role for the Air Delivered Capabilities Directorate (AFNWC/NDBD) within the USAF Nuclear Weapons Center. The candidate must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills and be able to effectively interface with the government customer and contractors. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering from a recognized institution
12 or more years of relevant systems engineering experience with an emphasis on configuration management, establishment and maintenance of Configuration Items, and planning and execution of associated reviews (SVR, PRR) and audits (FCA, PCA)
Experience with developing products required for DoD acquisition phase transition, with emphasis on the Production and Deployment phase
Willing to travel domestically approximately 10% of the time
This position requires a current Secret or DoE L clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI clearance , which is issued by the US government. US citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science degree in science or engineering from a recognized institution
Extensive experience with DoD acquisition phase transition, Request for Proposal development, and interaction with Office of Secretary of Defense offices on the development of Milestone related documentation
Experience with working Eglin Air Force munitions/armament acquisitions programs
Experience interfacing with DOD customers in a program office environment
Experience supporting acquisition and operation of strategic weapons systems
Experience in working in an autonomous work environment on complex project

Responsibilities

Support the LRSO System Program Office (SPO) Systems Engineering division
Lead systems studies and analyses that support technical, programmatic, and organizational decision-making on a variety of projects
Lead studies such as systems architecture analyses, technology development planning and evaluation, organizational effectiveness studies, and risk assessments
Plan and participate in Systems Engineering Technical Reviews
Take initiative to inform the program office of perceived systems engineering problems and recommend courses of action and then, coordinate activities with both inter-organizational personnel, program office points of contact, and customer contacts when necessary to scope, plan, and resolve the issues
Support the SPO in developing products for different milestones
Support the SPO in developing acquisition related products (RFP, SOW, etc.)
Document work in accordance with corporate standards and provide timely technical recommendations to customers by means of technical briefings and reports
Demonstrate behavior that is consistent with the company’s values of Dedication to Mission Success, Technical Excellence, Commitment to Our People, Objectivity and Integrity, and Innovation

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.
The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.
Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Max) $151,300.00 - $226,900.00
Pay Basis: Annual
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