Ground Systems Concept Engineer
Ground Systems Concept Engineer
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$ 117300 - 175900
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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.
Enterprise Effects Division Description
The Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospaces strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a dynamic portfolio of programs customers and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space-enabled mission effects.
Vehicle Ground Concepts Department Description
The Vehicle and Ground Concepts Department (VGCD) in EED provides space vehicle and ground system preliminary/conceptual design; trade and architecture analysis modeling process development and leadership expertise; and tool development in support of conceptual design activities across the space enterprise. As a member of VGCD you will be designing innovative ground segment solutions to meet the most pressing mission needs of our US Space Force Intelligence Community NASA NOAA and commercial/international customers.
Work Model
This position will follow an in-person work model with a minimum of 4 days per week of onsite work in one of Aerospaces campuses in Chantilly VA Colorado Springs CO Albuquerque NM or El Segundo CA.
What Youll Be Doing
Providing concept exploration and engineering support of ground systems forcustomer programs
Leading and participating in conceptual and preliminary design studies and trades of ground systems to include multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Evaluating ground system design and architecture concepts and participating in design reviews
Working with government and program office personnel and technical experts across Aerospace
Developing tools and models that support ground system concept design and analysis activities
Mentoring junior members of the department
What You Need To Be Successful
Astrongknowledge of ground systems spacecraft systems and systems engineering principles
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment adapt quickly to change and demonstrate initiative under pressure
8 years of relevant experience inleading developing and working on multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Demonstrated experience in developing ground systems concepts
Demonstrated experience in mission control or mission processing systems for space systems
Demonstrated experience in concurrent engineering tools processes and methodologies
Demonstrated ability to work independently and conduct long-term technical studies for geographically dispersed programs
Occasionaldomestic travel
A current and active Top Secret/SCI security clearance issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is to obtain a security clearance.
How You Can Stand Out
Advanced degree (Masters or Ph.D.) from an accredited program in a relevant engineering discipline
Demonstrated experience with dedicated on-premises compute hardware
Demonstrated experience with Amazon Microsoft or Oracle cloud offerings
Demonstrated experience with antenna hardware etc. related to ground entry points
Demonstrated experience with communications and networking
Demonstrated experience with software software process approaches (e.g. waterfall agile)
Services microservices etc.
Database technologies
Distributed processing frameworks
Software standards
Demonstrated experience with data center design and operations
Demonstrated experience with network maintenance load balancing data coordination
Proficiency in simulation tools/programming languages including one or more of: MATLAB Python Simulink STK C SolidWorks
Strong demonstrated personal initiative
Experience with the Intelligence Community
We offer a competitive compensation package where youll 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)
$117300 - $175900Pay Basis: AnnualLeadership 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 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 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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
