Space Enterprise Design Engineer

Employer description

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 Enterprise Effects Division advances the integration of strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. Bringing together a broad range of engineering disciplines, the division addresses complex mission challenges across a dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national priorities. Its work spans the full capability lifecycle, from early concept development and architecture design to performance assessment and mission application.

The Enterprise Design Subdivision is seeking systems engineers and architects who are energized by complexity, motivated by mission impact, and excited to help shape innovative solutions for critical space challenges. In this role, you will contribute to the design, analysis, and integration of mission and enterprise architectures that support national security objectives. You will work across technical domains and organizational boundaries to help deliver thoughtful, effective, and forward-looking solutions.

As a member of this team, you will support system-, mission-, and portfolio-level trades and analyses; contribute to architecture development efforts; and help integrate technical, operational, and strategic considerations into actionable recommendations. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate across space, ground, and communications domains while working alongside experts from a wide range of engineering and mission disciplines.

What You’ll Be Doing

Support the design of innovative space systems, mission architectures, and their integration into end-to-end enterprise architecturesContribute to trades and analyses across the system, mission, and portfolio levelsCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and evaluate space, ground, and communications network concepts and architecturesHelp coordinate technical activities across geographically distributed teams and stakeholdersContribute to integration efforts across multiple organizations, leveraging strong collaboration and technical breadthAnalyze complex technical challenges, identify risks, and help develop practical, mission-focused solution optionsSupport enterprise integration across disparate datasets to enhance mission understanding and inform decision-makingContribute to strategic planning and strategic roadmapping activities tied to future mission and capability development 

What You Need To Be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Project Engineer – Enterprise Systems Engineering

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, science, or a related technical fieldExperience in systems engineering, system or enterprise architecting, concept design, and/or model-based systems engineeringFamiliarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including System Modeling Language (SysML) and/or Unified Architecture Framework (UAF)Knowledge of System of Systems Engineering and demonstrated systems thinking capabilitiesExperience supporting or collaborating with cross-functional, cross-organizational teamsStrong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skillsAbility to support periodic travel within the continental United StatesDemonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, on-site environmentU.S. citizenship is required for positions requiring a security clearance
In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Sr. Project Engineer – Enterprise Systems Engineering include:

Additional engineering experience supporting complex systems, enterprise architectures, or mission-focused technical programsExperience with DoD and/or IC systems design, enterprise architectures, and/or space mission architecturesExperience integrating information and analysis across disparate datasetsFamiliarity with strategic planning and strategic road mappingExperience working with or supporting Enterprise ArchitectsExperience with or knowledge of the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) processProven ability to collaborate with subject matter experts to develop technical positions, assess risks, and formulate courses of actionDemonstrated ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries in support of integrated mission outcomes 

How You Can Stand Out

Master’s and/or Ph.D. in engineering, science, or a related technical fieldDemonstrated experience with system design, optimization, CONOPS, development, mission engineering, integration, and/or testDemonstrated experience with MBSE at the system level (e.g., SysML) and/or system-of-systems or enterprise level (e.g., UAF)Demonstrated leadership across organizational boundaries and the ability to influence integration outcomesDemonstrated effectiveness in collaborative team environments with government customers, contractors, FFRDCs, and SETA personnelExperience and familiarity with DoD, Air Force, Space Force, or IC acquisitions and operationsExperience working in a matrixed engineering organizationCurrent active security clearance preferredCandidates with a range of experience levels will be considered; strong preference for individuals who are coachable, eager to learn, and motivated to grow 

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$117,300.00 - $226,900.00

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

Operate StrategicallyLead Change   Engage with Impact   Foster Innovation   Deliver Results  

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 various 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 employer. 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 Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.