Payload Systems Engineer

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 National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence including electronics programs advanced technologies ground and communications imagery programs and systems engineering and Imagery Program Divisions GEOINT Development Office (GDO) - Payload Division - utilizes Aerospaces core competencies and cutting-edge technologies to support payload hardware development acquisition and operation for the nations flagship national security space program.

GDO Payload is seeking a Payload Systems Engineer (Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer Payload Systems Engineering) to apply strong systems engineering approaches to provide sound and objective technical recommendations and solutions to our customer and contractor this unique leadership position you will manage a bicoastal Aerospace team comprised of matrix engineering and laboratory resources in support of existing and next generation payload hardware.

This position requires 100% on-site work in Chantilly VA or El Segundo CA

What Youll Be Doing

• Identify payload-related hardware issues / risks document mitigations and make recommendations to government customers within a dynamic program office environment. Payload-related hardware includes optical telescope and vehicle protection subsystems and their respective auxiliary equipment
• Serve as a principal technical representative to the customer and facilitate communications with the broader customer payload community
• Leading a diverse team of technical experts within Aerospace ETG to manage and mitigate all technical risks that arise throughout the entire acquisition life cycle
• Ensure effective collaboration and communication across GDO related Aerospace program offices and Aerospace ETG staff
• Monitor and assist in development of budgets and other resource allocations to accomplish tasks within the payload group

What You Need to be Successful

MinimumRequirements for Project Engineer Payload Systems Engineering:

• Bachelors degree in a relevant engineering mathematicsscienceor related technical discipline
• Minimum of 6 years of experience with electro-optics engineering and/or integration testing in roles of increasing responsibility as well as working with and/or leading broad teams in technical architecture strategy and engineering projects and tasks
• Willing to travel domestically (up to 1 week per month)
• This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship isrequiredto obtain a security clearance

In addition to the above the Senior Project Engineer Payload Systems Engineering requires the following:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience with electro-optics engineering and integration testing in roles of increasing responsibility
• Proven track record contributing to and/or leading major technical projectsin technical architecture strategy and engineering projects and tasks

How You Can Stand Out

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

• Advanced degree (MS PhD) in a relevant engineering or remote sensing field
• Expertise in visible and/or infrared (IR) electro-optical sensors and associated technology
• Existing working relationships with relevant Aerospace matrix engineering organizations to quickly bring resources to address customer needs
• Knowledge of the customers mission enterprise existing remote sensing capabilities and mission partners needs
• Experience evaluating remote sensing payload trade studies and design assessments and knowledge of typical remote sensing payload performance budgets
• Communication with a broad range of customers technologists program managers system engineers and senior government leaders

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.

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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

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