Space Control Systems Integration Lead

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s 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.

The 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 supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Material Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, while also providing technical support across the national space enterprise. Additionally, DSG delivers 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.

About the Role

Aerospace is seeking an innovative systems engineer and technical leader to address complex integration challenges for contested space capabilities in support of the Mission Integration Subdivision's Space Control Department. The Space Control Systems Integration Lead will perform Systems of Systems Engineering (SoSE) to identify and articulate integration risks, issues, and gaps (RIGs) for space control mission threads. Operating in close collaboration with the Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO) at Space Systems Command (SSC), you'll focus on integrating space domain awareness, operational intelligence, and counter-space operations across the National Security Space Enterprise.

This role requires objectively evaluating integration approaches, collaborating across organizational boundaries, and clearly communicating complex technical issues to diverse stakeholders. You will coordinate across SSC and mission partner organizations to identify and drive critical RIGs to closure. This highly visible position tackles urgent space control integration challenges facing the USSF, requiring incisive technical analysis and the ability to exert influence.

This position requires full-time, on-site work at our facility in El Segundo, CA or Colorado Springs, CO.

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of space warfare by solving integration challenges that directly impact U.S. space superiority.
• Perform Systems of Systems Engineering (SoSE) to identify integration risks, issues, and gaps.
• Apply innovative analytical approaches and SoSE methodologies to uncover integration challenges.
• Work across program, mission, and stakeholder boundaries to champion enterprise perspectives and articulate integration RIGs in Aerospace assessments on program roadmaps and systems engineering artifacts.
• Develop technical guidance and inform technical assessments, leveraging Aerospace ETG resources when appropriate to augment technical products in support of space enterprise systems integration.
• Influence programs and stakeholders to drive closure of identified RIGs through technical credibility and effective communication.
• Collaborate closely and effectively with government, Aerospace, other FFRDC, and contractor support personnel.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements for a Project Engineer - Enterprise Systems Engineering:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science, or other applicable degree.
• 6 or more years of experience in relevant engineering/technical/operational aspects of National Security Space systems.
• Familiarity with multi-disciplinary systems engineering activities for space systems.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, think critically, and identify complex technical issues.
• Proven ability to work in a dynamic environment and be responsive to management/customer requests.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate technical issues clearly to diverse audiences.
• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 10%.
• Current TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain additional clearances, which are issued by the US government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Minimum Requirements for Senior Project Engineer - Enterprise Systems Engineering:

• 12 or more years of experience in relevant engineering/technical/operational aspects of National Security Space systems.
• Proven experience leading or contributing to multidisciplinary systems engineering activities for space systems.
• Proven experience taking initiative and delivering on commitments.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic environment, foster effective relationships, and be responsive to management/customer requests.

Qualifications

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

• Advanced degree from an accredited program in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science, or other applicable degree.
• Proven experience with the development, integration, and operation of DoD and/or IC space and/or ground capabilities.
• Strong background in Systems of Systems Engineering (SoSE) methodologies and multi-disciplinary systems engineering activities for space systems.
• Understanding of contested space operations and related mission areas.
• Familiarity with SSIO increment approach and enterprise capability frameworks.
• Knowledge of ongoing mission area activities within and outside of SSC.
• Experience working with customers from organizations outside of SSC.
• Experience working with integrated government, FFRDC, and SETA teams.
• Experience leveraging the breadth and depth of Aerospace ETG technical capabilities and resources.
• Current SAP/SAR accesses.

Pay

The grade-based pay range for this job is $117,300.00 - $226,900.00 annually. 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.

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically.
• Lead Change.
• Engage with Impact.
• Foster Innovation.
• Deliver Results.