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Launch Systems Engineer
The Aerospace Corporation - Los Angeles, CA
posted about 2 months ago
About the position
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Systems Engineer for the Launch Systems, Operations, and Development (LSOD) team within the Launch Systems Division. This role involves coordinating the continuous evaluation of the Falcon Launch System, ensuring it meets government evaluation criteria for design validation and verification. The position requires strong leadership and communication skills to work collaboratively with various engineering disciplines and stakeholders, including the Falcon Chief Engineer and New Glenn Chief Engineer.
Responsibilities
- Track and verify launch vehicle configuration changes, issues, and risks.
- Work closely with the Falcon Chief Engineer and Assured Access Falcon Launch Directorate to maintain the technical baseline.
- Coordinate and maintain support for the evaluation of the Falcon Launch System design, operational capabilities, and mission assurance.
- Ensure Falcon Launch System meets the government evaluation criteria for non-recurring design validation and recurring verification.
- Ensure the Falcon Launch System interface and vehicle requirements and documentation are compliant with EELV program top-level requirements.
- Work closely with the New Glenn Chief Engineer to evaluate systems engineering management plans and support the development of digital engineering environments.
Requirements
- B.S. in Engineering, Physical Science, or related technical field.
- 8 or more years of increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including experience in a systems engineering and/or program management environment.
- Experience in working with a variety of engineering disciplines.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with numerous internal and external organizations.
- A current Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret Clearance.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience applying SMC-S-001 Systems Engineering and SMC-S-002 Change Management.
- Proficiency in using the Jira and Confluence issue and project tracking software.
- Familiarity with Standard Interface Specification and Systems Performance Requirement Document requirements as well as SMC (NSSL) standards related to launch vehicle and spacecraft environments.
- Working knowledge of the mission assurance process and ability to technically coordinate that through multiple disciplines.
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 benefits and matching contributions
- 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
