Manager Immersive Technologies and Animation Studio (ITAS)

The Aerospace Corporation

Job Location:

El Segundo, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 134200 - 201300

Posted on: 6 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 Engineering Applications Department (EAD) within the Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) is seeking a visionary Engineering Manager to lead our Immersive TechnologiesAnimation andProduct Experience team. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of how we visualize and interact with complex space systems data.

ISCD staffleveragecutting-edgeinformation system technologiesincluding elasticcomputeclouds containerization microservices real-time operating systems and advanced visualization frameworkscombined withexpertisein software architecture AI and cybersecurity to deliver high-performance systems to our Intelligence Community DoD and civilian customers.

This role requires a visionary leader who can drive innovation deliver results and develop talent while transforming complex engineering challenges into intuitive user experiences. Youwillestablishproduct experience design as a foundational capability that shapes how The Aerospace Corporation designsanddevelops software applications.

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

What Youll Be Doing

Develop and execute the technical strategy for the section in partnership with senior management aligning team efforts with organizational goals

Lead and mentor individuals and project teams fostering a culture of innovation collaboration and technical excellence

Build and growcapabilities in product experiencealong with visualizationandimmersivetechnologies.

Provide technical leadership planning and execution oversight for modern visualization applications animations and immersive experiences developed with commercial game engines

Serve as the technical point of contact forITASrepresentingthe team to customer-facing groups stakeholders and leadership

Drive rapid prototyping efforts and guide technical decision-making across multiple concurrent projects

Work closely with customer-facing teams toidentifyand solve existing and emerging challenges through innovative visualization solutions

Build andmaintaincollaborations with academia government partnersandvendorsto generate research ideas and develop new prototypes

Maintain awareness of industry trends in immersive technologies game design and user experience design

What You Need to be Successful

Required:

Bachelors degree from an accredited university in Computer Science MathematicsHuman-Computer Interaction (HCI) Design or related discipline

Minimum of 6 yearsof relevant experience in rapid prototyping software development immersive technology UX/UI design or similar fields

Deep knowledge in at least one of the following areas:

Immersive technology (AR/VR/MR) development

Software development with Object-Oriented languages (C# C/C Python)

Game design and commercial game engines (Unity Unreal Engine)

UX/UI design and user-centered design methodologies

Professional animation and motion graphics

Demonstrated experience with Object-Oriented software development and familiarity with agile software development processes

Proven ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders presenting technical accomplishments and managing expectations

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for interactions at all organizational levels from technical teams to executive leadership

Proven ability toestablishand maintain effective working relationships with corporate staff peers management customers and contractors

Track recordof taking initiative driving innovation and thinking strategically about technology applications

Willing to travel domestically up to 10%

This position requires ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship isto obtain a security clearance

How You Can Stand Out

Masters degree or Ph.D. from an accredited university in Computer Science HCI Design Mathematics or related discipline

Deep enthusiasm for immersive technologies and their application to space systems exploration and operations

Deep understanding in several of the following areas:

Space warfighting and operational environments

Digital engineering and manufacturing workflows

UX/UI design systems and design thinking methodologies

Mobile development and cross-platform experiences

Storyboarding and visual storytelling

3D asset creation environment design and photogrammetry

Computer graphics and real-time rendering

Previousmanagement or leadership experience with highly technical staff particularly in creative or technical disciplines

Strong portfoliodemonstratingleadership in innovative visualization projects UX/UI design or immersive experiences

Current Top-Secret or TS/SCI clearance

Advancedproficiencyin Unity or Unreal Engine development including lighting materials and optimization

Familiarity with web technologies cloud platforms and modern software architecture

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)

$134200.00 - $201300.00

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 review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

Required Experience:

Manager