Concept Evaluation Section Manager
Concept Evaluation Section Manager
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Job Description
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations 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 youll 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) drives improved acquisition decisions ensures systems are available when and where needed and system capabilities integrate and work as needed. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs customers and national challenges. SED spans the acquisition lifecycle from development to operations.
The Vehicle and Ground Implementation Department (VGID) in SED provides development assessment and closure of space vehicle and ground designs to operational fielding. As a Section Manager you will be responsible for the management and technical direction of the Concept Evaluation Section within VGID. This section assesses the breadth of designs for accuracy and completeness and to ensure what is being acquired is what was asked for. You will be supporting the acquisition of the next generation of innovative spacecraft and ground systems to solve the most challenging problems of our US Space Force Intelligence Community NASA NOAA and commercial/international customers.
Work Model
This is a fulltime position based in Chantilly VA offering a hybrid work model that combines at least 4 regular onsite workdays and remote flexibility as the business needs allow.
What Youll Be Doing
Initiate manage and recommend personnel staffing requests (hiring promoting awards etc.
Mentor section staff both in technical and career growth
Participate in impactful organizational decision making at the departmental subdivision and corporate levels
Cater the development of management and tracking of performance developmental goals for section staff annually
Develop build maintain relationships with program offices focusing on the Intelligence Community
Working proactively and autonomously with government program office and contractor personnel as well as other members of Aerospaces Engineering Technology Group
Establishing and manage highperforming teams with government program office and contractor personnel as well as other members of Aerospaces engineering group
Lead and participate in space vehicle studies to include multidisciplinary engineering teams to assess breadth of space vehicle designs for accuracy and completeness
Participate and evaluate the feasibility of space vehicle designs during key milestone reviews such as Preliminary Design Review Critical Design Review etc.
What You Need to Be Successful
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors degree in relevant engineering discipline science or a related field
Minimum 5 years experience in space systems design with a strong knowledge of spacecraft subsystems and system engineering
Proven ability to work in a fastpaced environment adapt quickly to change and demonstrate initiative under pressure
Strong people management interpersonal and communications skills
Demonstrated ability to work on a wide variety of spacecraft systems engineering tasks from concept development to launch
Experience in developing leading and working on multidisciplinary engineering teams
Demonstrated experience in concurrent engineering tools processes and methodologies
Experience working with intelligence community and customers
Current TS/SSBI clearance
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Advanced degree (Masters or Ph.D. from an accredited program in engineering or relevant engineering discipline
Extensive use of MS Office and other computer applications especially in support of space vehicle design and analysis
Experience working with organization outside of ETG (e.g. iLab and xLab)
Strong demonstrated personal initiative
Advanced knowledge of spacecraft subsystems and system engineering topics
Experience with flight programs
Familiarity or experience with ground systems
Exceptional interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
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 Strategically
- Lead Change
- Engage with Impact
- Foster Innovation
- Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process our team will provide details of our industryleading 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 companypaid 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
- A 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 otherthe 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 equalopportunity 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 colorreligiongeneticinformation 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 youre 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 emailat .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
