Junior Full Stack Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation operates a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) broadly engaged across all aspects of space—delivering innovative solutions spanning satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil, and commercial customers. The Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) couples the latest information system technologies (elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, visualization frameworks) with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, AI, process improvement, and software development. The Engineering Applications Department (EAD) develops innovative tools and applications—from web, cloud, and desktop visualization to virtual and augmented reality—to support civil, commercial, and national security space systems. This role joins the Intelligent Ops and Software Integration team developing software solutions including life and characterization software, software delivery, middleware development, and data visualizations.

Responsibilities

• Support industry-leading scientists and engineers in the development of maintainable cloud-native and stand-alone data visualization applications as well as backend service-oriented architecture components
• Provide technical support in application architecture and development
• Build user interfaces and advanced visualizations to enhance data analysis and decision-making processes
• Learn and grow through new work opportunities, training, and mentorship from experienced staff
• Foster innovation by staying current with emerging technologies and industry best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in STEM, with emphasis in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field(s)
• 0–2 years of experience building web applications; internship or academic project experience welcome
• Demonstrated skill in object-oriented programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python
• Proficiency in modern web frameworks, particularly MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js)
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Willing to travel occasionally to customer sites domestically, approximately 5%
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Computer Science or other sciences/engineering discipline
• More than 1 year of industry work experience
• Familiarity with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions)
• Experience with TypeScript, Electron, or WebAssembly
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Mocha, Selenium)
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development practices
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of customers and staff
• Previous experience working with aerospace or defense industry clients
• Current and active TS/SCI clearance

Pay

Grade-based annual pay range: $95,200.00 – $142,800.00. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Benefits

• 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

Schedule & Location

Full-time position based in Chantilly, VA, requiring 100% onsite work. Occasional domestic travel to customer sites (approximately 5%).