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Missile Track Custody Demonstration Satellite Program Engineer

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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.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
We remain committed to maintaining a safe environment for hiring as we look forward to the future of work. Click here for information on Aerospace's COVID-19 directives and safety procedures implemented to keep our workplace safe.
The Space Systems Group (SSG) serves as the technical and programmatic advisor to the United States Space Force's (USSF's) Space Systems Command (SSC) [formerly Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC)] for acquiring, developing and fielding capabilities for the United States Space Command and joint warfighter as well as to maintain America's comprehensive military advantage in space.
As the Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer for the Missile Track Custody Demonstration (MTCD) program within the Demonstration and Technology Department, you will lead Aerospace's efforts pioneering a new Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) Missile Tracking Prototype with an emphasis on strong Digital Engineering to prove out and begin fielding a new resilient Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) architecture to satisfy the requirements of the Missile Warning and Missile Defense Capability Description Document (CDD). You will be part of a team supporting numerous fast paced advanced technology programs including on-orbit demonstrations and prototypes, ground testbeds and advanced technology maturation for SSC's Development Corps.
What You'll Be Doing

  • Provide technical expertise to the Government's SSC Development Corps, Strategic Systems Division, MTCD program manager and staff
  • Integrate architecture and system trade assessments, contribute to requirement decomposition/validation, support CONOPS and space to ground interface definition, and contribute to system level integration activities across multiple contractor prototype efforts
  • Work directly with development contractors to ensure success of space flight hardware development across the payload, space vehicle and ground systems to include design, build, integration, test and verification activities
  • Actively support the execution of the program Digital Engineering (DE) strategy and assist in establishing system engineering processes to integrate model-based systems engineering (MBSE) models with mission level modeling and simulation, functional system decomposition and design interface definition associated with the architecture and system CONOPS
  • Plan and execute mission assurance activities to appropriately balance risk tolerance and speed associated with rapid prototype systems
  • Interact daily with Government customer leaders, SETA contractors, development contractors, and other stakeholders across the Missile Warning/Tracking community to align prototype objectives with operational needs
  • Partner across The Aerospace Corporation's engineering matrix organization of space vehicle, ground system and payload subsystem experts to provide the customer with objective, data driven assessments to support programmatic decisions
  • Quickly assess risk, schedule, and cost trades to enable responsive delivery of space capabilities, while meeting mission objectives


This position is available as a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant Engineering, Math or Science subject area
  • Typically 8 years of experience in engineering, science, or space system development
  • Experience with spaceflight hardware development and/or on-orbit operations for demonstrations, prototypes or operational systems
  • Familiarity with Digital Engineering concepts and model-based system engineering (MBSE) tools
  • Relevant acquisition experience to include cost, schedule, risk and performance evaluations
  • Ability to comprehend complex technical details and discuss with engineering staff, managers, customers and a team of government support contractors
  • Ability to travel up to 10 percent of the time
  • This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government; and U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance


What You Need to be Successful - Senior Project Enginer
Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant Engineering, Math or Science subject area
  • Typically 12 years of progressively more responsible related experience in engineering, science, or space system development
  • Track record of successfully working in multidisciplinary teams to develop and fielding spaceflight prototypes on short timelines with the ability to offer innovative solutions for future concept development and operational transition
  • Thorough understanding of Digital Engineering principles and experience with model-based system engineering (MBSE) tools, data ontologies/standards and model development
  • Relevant Government program office acquisition experience to include cost, schedule, risk, performance, and utility analysis of space systems
  • Demonstrated ability to succinctly describe complex technical issues to engineering staff, senior leadership, customers and a team of government support contractors to influence outcomes.
  • Ability to travel up to 10 percent of the time
  • This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government; and U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance


How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

  • Masters from an accredited program in science, math, engineering, or relevant discipline.
  • In-depth technical knowledge and accomplishments with OPIR Missile Warning or Missile tracking mission systems and capabilities
  • Experience with space system resiliency threats and mitigations
  • Experience leveraging matrix engineering staff deep technical capabilities with respect to space vehicle, ground system and OPIR sensor modeling, and simulation
  • Understanding of the National Security Space (NSS) space enterprise including the major programs and roles of SSC


Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

  • 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


We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [email protected]. You can also review The Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law and the supplement, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

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What are The Aerospace Corporation Perks + Benefits

The Aerospace Corporation Benefits Overview

We work in a collaborative and inclusive environment with strong values focused on our mission, innovation, and people. We offer a comprehensive total rewards portfolio with a wide array of employee programs and services. From flexible work schedules to a 401k plan that's top of the industry, we provide the support you need to be your best self at work and at home.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Aerospace conducts a variety of mentoring programs and community efforts, including STEM tours and partnering with colleagues in education, industry, and government.
Partners with nonprofits
Aerospace Cares offers opportunities for employees to volunteer their time or donate to the charity of their choice.
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Flexible work schedule
Full-time employees can work either a standard eight-hour day or a 9/80 schedule with alternate Fridays off.
Remote work program
Aerospace offers complete and partial remote work for qualified positions.
Diversity
Documented equal pay policy
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Highly diverse management team
With half our board being women or people of color, Aerospace is committed to a continuously more diverse and inclusive workforce.
Mandated unconscious bias training
Mean gender pay gap below 10%
Diversity employee resource groups
Aerospace ERGs were established to bring cultural awareness, enhance career development opportunities, and promote diversity. We currently have 8 ERGs.
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Disability insurance
Company-paid short and long-term coverage; optional supplemental employee paid, long-term disability coverage available.
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Company-paid basic and occupational accident; optional supplemental employee-paid life and accident.
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
Mental health benefits
You and your household members are eligible for up to 5 free visits for each personal situation.
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
Employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire.
401(K) matching
Employees receive a total company paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions.
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Childcare benefits
Aerospace provides backup child care assistance as well as daycare discount programs.
Generous parental leave
Four weeks of company-paid leave when taken within the first twelve months of the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child.
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Employees who adopt are eligible for the same 4 weeks of paid parental leave that employees who birth a child or have a foster placement get.
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Company sponsored family events
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Generous PTO
Aerospace employees receive between 15 and 20 days per year of paid time off based on years of service.
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Full-time exempt employees receive unlimited sick time.
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Aerospace has a commuter vanpool program, designated carpool parking, ride-matching services, bicycle commuting support, EV chargers, and public transportation reimbursement.
Company-sponsored happy hours
Happy hours are hosted at their team's discretion, but most teams go once a month.
Onsite office parking
We offer employees free on-site garage and non-garage parking.
Recreational clubs
Relocation assistance
Home-office stipend for remote employees
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Aerospace offers employees professional development opportunities like onsite training courses and the ability to attend job related conferences and seminars.
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education stipend
Continuing education available during work hours
When you attend any of the company hosted learning sessions, you are paid for those hours spent in class. Aerospace encourages employees to expand their skills by taking these courses.
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks
Paid industry certifications

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