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
Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures policy and strategy technology development warfighter capability enablers systems integration defense industrial base and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers including the U.S. Space Force U.S. Space Command Air Force Materiel Command and senior leadership at the Pentagon but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers portfolios as well as horizontal matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. Additionally DSG provides deep technical expertise to the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception design acquisition launch and operations of satellite launch vehicle ground control and range systems.
As the Software Architecture Engineering and Cloud Computing Engineer (Senior Project Engineer) you will support Air Force Futures (HAF A5/7) in developing an enterprise portfolio management solution integrating mission engineering with capability development data across a variety of areas (manpower budget acquisition operations etc.) to create fully burdened capability development plans and force designs. This position will focus on implementing and improving data decision tools.
The selected candidate will be required to work full-time on-site at our facility in Crystal City VA or El Segundo CA.
What Youll Be Doing
Collaborating with product owners to understand core application needs and inform the product roadmap
Translating product requirements into technology requirements and work items
Setting attainable goals for sprints and milestone planning
Designing and validating architecture decisions to support the above
Overseeing software development and providing quality assurance by guiding development and testing output
Overseeing application maintenance and providing quality assurance
Creating and maintaining project documentation (development practices quality assurance guidelines etc.)
Oversee release process change management and migration strategies
Providing cloud subject matter expertise to Joint and Multi-Domain customers
Developing prototypes to help customers understand the latest software technologies & concepts
Providing guidance on reference cloud architectures and best practices for customer enterprise solutions
Growing departmental knowledge through work training assignments and technical leadership
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements for the Software Architecture Engineering and Cloud Computing Engineer (Senior Project Engineer):
Bachelors degree in STEM with an emphasis in Computer Science or other sciences/engineering discipline is required
A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience developing and delivering software applications and managing software development teams is required
Strong problem-solving communication organizational and leadership skills
Experience with managing software development teams across the full stack including UI development data schema management API development UX best practices etc.
Proven experience with commercial cloud technologies (e.g. Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Google Cloud Platform)
Familiarity with containerization systems (e.g. Docker Kubernetes)
Familiarity with cloud security concepts (e.g. network security identity and access management)
Familiarity with DevSecOps processes and tools (e.g. SonarQube Fortify etc.)
Proficient in Python HTML and CSS
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a cross-functional matrixed organization
Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site approx. 10% (as )
This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is to obtain a security clearance
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of the following:
Advanced degree in Computer Science or other sciences/ engineering discipline is preferred
Hands-on experience designing implementing and operating cloud-based applications supporting real users
Working knowledge of every layer in a cloud technology stack (e.g. virtualization infrastructure operating systems application hosting platforms cloud native application design)
Military operations experience and/or familiarity with DoD acquisitions processes
Certifications related to cloud computing (e.g. AWS Solutions Architect Certified Kubernetes Administrator)
Certifications related to cybersecurity (e.g. Security CISSP)
A current and active Secret/ Top Secret security clearance which is issued by the U.S. government is strongly preferred. U.S. citizenship is to obtain a security clearance
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)
$166400 - $249600Pay 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:
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.
Aerospace operates the only federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) committed exclusively to the space enterprise. Our technical experts span every discipline of space-related science and engineering.