Launch Mission Integration Engineer

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 National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch. The NSG Launch Directorate provides direct technical support to the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Office of Space Launch (OSL) in the areas of Launch Systems and Launch Site Engineering, Mission Integration, and Mission Assurance. In this role as a Launch Mission Integration Engineer (Project Engineer/Sr. Project Engineer - Systems and Mission Assurance Engineering), you will be a member of the integrated government/contractor Mission Team led by the OSL Mission Manager. Your focus will be on mission execution and mission success throughout the multi-year mission integration process for NRO missions from early integration studies through the final launch campaign.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical support to a government/contractor team focused on mission execution and mission success
• Coordinating Aerospace resources to resolve mission integration technical issues
• Advising the OSL Mission Manager on technical issues related to mission integration
• Validating and verifying space vehicle to launch vehicle interface requirements
• Monitoring and assessing launch system technical and schedule issues for mission impacts
• Performing readiness assessments at key milestones in support of NRO launch readiness and mission certification processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent
• A minimum of 6 years of engineering experience in structures, propulsion, avionics, environments, flight mechanics, and/or systems engineering
• Ability to work effectively as part of a government/contractor team
• Willing to travel approx. 25% with extended durations during launch campaigns
• This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the US government
• U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree in a STEM field or equivalent
• Experience with launch vehicle or space vehicle design, analysis, test, or operations
• Strong personal initiative
• Effective written and oral communication skills

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