Community Outreach Coordinator III

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 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

We are seeking a Corporate Community Outreach Coordinator III to join our Corporate Community Engagement (CCE) team within the Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Division at The Aerospace Corporation. This role drives the development execution and enhancement of programs that support K-12 STEM initiatives employee giving and volunteer opportunities. The role is integral to building internal and external networks managing multi-faceted projects and ensuring that corporate citizenship efforts align with Aerospaces organizational values.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time on-site at our facility in El Segundo CA.

What Youll Be Doing

• Program Design & Execution:

  • Create and Develop Initiatives:Develop innovative programs focused on K-12 STEM education and employee community engagement. Transform strategic CCE objectives into actionable programs tailored to target audiences.

  • Manage End-to-End Execution:Oversee all aspects of program implementationfrom conceptualization and planning to rollout and follow-up evaluation. Ensure programs are delivered on schedule within scope and aligned with organizational goals.

  • Evaluate Success:Establish key performance metrics monitor program outcomes and continuously refine program components based on data-driven insights and stakeholder feedback.

• Partnerships & Network Building:

  • Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with schools community organizations industry partners and other relevant agencies to support STEM outreach and community engagement.

  • Schedule and lead outreach meetings with community groups coalitions and industry partners to foster collaboration and drive mutual goals.

• Strategic Planning & Analysis:

  • Research & Best Practices:Conduct ongoing research to understand market trends stakeholder needs and policy developments. Use this information to drive program innovation and ensure that practices are industry leading.

• Content & Communications:

  • Develop engaging content for reports presentations and internal and external communications that highlight program impact and organizational CCE efforts.

  • Prepare materials and presentation decks to support outreach meetings and stakeholder engagements.

• Employee Engagement:

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to create and promote initiatives that increase employee awareness giving and volunteering.

  • Organize internal events and training sessions to engage employees in CCE efforts and deepen their connection with community outreach projects.

• Compliance & Innovation:

  • Ensure Compliance:Guarantee that all programs adhere to both internal standards and external regulations.

  • Foster Innovation:Continuously seek out new opportunities for program enhancement identifying and addressing gaps to maximize impact.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Outreach Coordinator III include:

• Bachelors Degree in Communications or related field is required

• A minimum of (3) years of demonstrated relevant experienceis required

• Previous outreach community engagement or STEM program coordination experience is required

• Experience in corporate community outreach CCE program management or similar roles with specific exposure to educational volunteer or employee engagement initiatives.

• Strong project management skills and the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to develop compelling reports and share complex data in an accessible manner.

• Demonstrated success in building and nurturing partnerships across public and private sectors.

• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret market trends benchmarking data and stakeholder insights to drive innovative programs.

• Proficiency in collaboration and leadership within cross-functional teams.

How You Can Stand Out

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

• Event planning experience is strongly desired.

• Experience with performance metrics and data driven insights for community outreach programs is preferred.

• High level of comfort maintaining strategic partnerships and leading meetings is favored.

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)

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.