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 Systems Engineering Division (SED) provides unmatched experience in systems engineering to the U.S. government and to numerous public and private agencies, universities, nonprofit organizations, consortia, and commercial companies involved in the advanced application of space technology. From systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization, astrodynamics, orbital debris, navigation, failure analysis, mission assurance, cost and schedule assessment, and economic market analysis, SED exploits an incredibly broad array of engineering and business disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs and national challenges. The Acquisition Planning and Decision Analytics (APDA) Department applies innovative acquisition, systems engineering, and data engineering strategies, expertise, and capabilities to inform customer decisions on evolving needs and threats. In this position, the candidate will lead the Integrated Acquisition Enablers Section in advancing its digital and data engineering capabilities to enable enterprise integration and provide timely data insights and impacts related to acquisition planning, risk, and forecasting and systems engineering of space, launch, and ground assets.
Responsibilities
- Lead with emotional intelligence, fostering teamwork and innovation for a high performing team.
- Develop rapid digital engineering data-driven capabilities that inform acquisition and systems engineering decisions.
- Collaborate with the APDA Director in supervising the operations and staffing of the section and department.
- Shape and execute organizational strategies and goals.
- Foster an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and opportunities aligned with organizational goals.
- Guide the development and enhancement of the department’s people, products, processes, and performance.
- Seek opportunities to build the department brand and grow the customer base.
- Collaborate with internal and external customers and partners to elevate impact.
- Lead technical projects focused on acquisition, systems engineering, data engineering, and digital engineering.
- Maintain technical currency in acquisition, systems engineering, and digital engineering practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering, mathematics, science, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
- 5 or more years of increasingly responsible acquisition, systems engineering, and/or digital engineering experience supporting space systems.
- Proficiency in one or more programming language.
- Familiarity with digital engineering and data science.
- Understanding of FFRDC role and working within its context.
- Familiarity with National Security Space (NSS) space, launch, and/or ground systems and advanced space technologies, policies, and standards.
- Strong interpersonal, organization, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of customers and corporate staff.
- Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and able to manage multiple simultaneous tasks.
- Willingness to support tasks requiring occasional business travel.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance, issued by the US government.
Nice-to-haves
- An advanced degree in engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, or a related STEM field.
- 8 or more years of increasingly responsible acquisition, systems engineering, and/or digital engineering experience supporting space systems.
- Professional certification(s) in a related STEM field.
- Prior technical project lead and/or management experience.
- Experience applying digital engineering and/or data science to meet a project/program need.
- Familiarity with Aerospace policies and procedures, and demonstrated experience working within the Aerospace culture.
- High level of innovation, creativeness, and initiative.
- Proficiency with Jira/Confluence and establishing workflows.
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Python and Java, as well as visualization tools such as Tableau.
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 company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
- Relocation assistance.
- Professional growth and development programs.
- Education assistance programs.
- An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
