Sr. Space Control Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•Colorado Springs, CO

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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate technical discipline from a recognized institution.
A current Top-Secret SCI clearance with CI poly, which is issued by the US government.
US citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
Exhibits exceptionally high level of innovation, creativeness, and initiative.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers.
Demonstrated ability to organize and lead the activities of technical staff and contribute to the efforts of multi-disciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

12 or more years of increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including multi-disciplinary systems engineering and/or program management environments.
Graduate degree in engineering, physics, or other technical sciences from a recognized institution.
Current knowledge of Space Control system technologies, capabilities, acquisition, and an understanding of space and ground systems development.
Department of War planning experience.
Test & Evaluation experience with a strong background in space vehicle design.
Experience leveraging matrixed employees to provide expertise for space systems development.
Demonstrated success in directly interfacing with senior government leadership of varying backgrounds.
Extensive experience with one or more space system development program offices.
Experience working with the Space Security and Defense Program, US Space Force, US Space Command and NRO customers.
Knowledge of man-made threats to space systems.
Current Special Access Program (SAP) clearances.

Responsibilities

Acts as senior technical authority, consultant, primary investigator, or team leader.
May lead or organize interfaces between customers' and Aerospace technical and management staff.
Coordinates large-scale technical efforts across program/project lines.
Mentors less experienced MTS and serve as role model.
Work directly with government customers to define the future Space Control Force Design and identify recommended performance parameters at the mission and system level.
Support government development and demonstration of capabilities and payloads that advance the state of the art in Space Control systems from concept through prototyping, acquisition, testing and into operations.
Leverage Aerospace corporate expertise from the Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) and Project West Wing (PWW) to provide technical support across the full array of space systems engineering disciplines.
Establish, lead and mentor high-performing ETG teams across multiple geographic locations.
Provide periodic execution reviews to Aerospace and customer senior management.
Provide frequent communication to government counterparts on Aerospace ETG support.
Collaborate with other Aerospace personnel across all corporate locations.
Direct interaction with various organizations including US Space Force (USSF), Space Warfare Analysis Center (SWAC), 3rd Test & Evaluation Squadron (3TES), Space Systems Center (SSC), US Space Command (USSC), and the subordinate Space Operations Squadrons (SOPS), the Intelligence Community and other Combatant Commands.

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