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Systems Director- Resilient MWTD (Missile Warning, Tracking, & Defense)

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Job Location drjobs

El Segundo, CA - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 168200 - 252400

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

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.

Job Summary

The Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures policy and strategy developmental planning system of systems engineering and threat reduction to help shape future space missions across the national security space enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers including Air Force Space Command U.S. Strategic Command Air Force Materiel Command and senior leadership at the Pentagon but also provides a broad range of services and support across the national space enterprise maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers but also horizontal matrixed responsibilities across the corporation.

As the Systems Director of the Resilient MWTD (Missile Warning Tracking & Defense) directorate you will play a pivotal role in the USSFs transition to a new proliferated Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) MEO/LEO Architecture. You and your team will focus on the acquisition and integration of space and ground elements of SSCs proliferated Resilient MEO Missile Warning & Tracking system and associated ground elements. This spiral evolution program is developing/acquiring space and ground system in a series of Epochs every 2-3 years as we build the full constellation to meet MWTD requirements. As Director you will lead the teams that work with the USSF contractors building the Epoch 1 & 2 SVs/PLs and Ground Entry Points (GEPs) as well as help the USG team define future Epochs and acquisition strategies. This role includes working across the USSF to interface with stakeholders from MDA SDA US Space Command the IC to help guide the evolution of the MTC systems and ensure that the data they produce is effectively delivered to the warfighter and end users.


To further our partnership with the USSF Program Office in this area we are seeking an agile motivated leader to serve as the Systems Director to support this expanding high profile mission area. This position manages Aerospace technical support to senior officers within Sys. Delta 84 (SSC/SN) and will coordinate with stakeholders from across the MWTD enterprise including the Space Development Agency Missile Defense Agency Intelligence Community and more.

This is a full-time position based in El Segundo CA which requires 100% onsite work.

What Youll Be Doing

  • Lead develop recruit and mentor a high-performing technical staff

  • Provide direct support to senior-level customers staff and Aerospace management to identify and fulfill customer needs consistent with the Aerospace FFRDC role

  • Identifying and directing innovation and risk reduction activities in support of the USG pivot toward proliferated Missile Warning Tracking Defense sensors

  • Guide the FFRDC team in evaluating contractor progress through the entire design build launch and operational phases of each epoch and identify/mitigate risks along the way

  • Build and maintain relationships across the Missile Warning Tracking & Defense Enterprise facilitate the exchange of information and analysis and direct research tasks to address future space intelligence needs with effective assessments & recommendations.

  • Manage organizational resources and utilize best practices in a manner that meets customer needs complies with customer and Aerospace polices and fulfills the requirements of the relevant Aerospace contracts

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for the Systems Director- Engineering Program Management and Systems Engineering:

  • Bachelors degree in a STEM field is or other relevant field is required

  • A minimum of (10) years of progressively more responsible experience in engineering or other technical roles is required

  • Experience in multiple engineering and science disciplines such as research and development space and ground systems acquisition systems engineering and systems integration

  • Demonstrated agility and ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced customer environment with a high degree of uncertainty and a success-driven approach to tackle fast-paced and dynamic challenges

  • Demonstrated ability to build strong teams to meet customer needs

  • Exceptional communicator and proven team leader with a track record of driving collaboration and performance

  • This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

  • Advanced degree in a STEM field is strongly preferred

  • Understanding of the Aerospace role and the guidelines for appropriate use of an FFRDC

  • Experience with the OPIR and Missile Warning Tracking & Defense Enterprise

  • Skilled with rapid proliferated acquisition programs

  • Knowledge with prototype and Class C Mission Acquisition/Assurance

  • Strong customer-oriented attitude with outstanding skills in coordinating exchanges between technical staff and the customer

  • Background with the design build and LEOT phases of USSF SV/ground system procurement

  • Demonstrated ability to function effectively efficiently and collaboratively with limited supervision

  • Prior leadership or management experience with technical teams supporting USSF acquisition

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)

$168200 - $252400

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 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.


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