Job description
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. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
The Aerospace Corporation Space Systems Group (SSG) serves as the technical and programmatic advisor to the United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) for acquiring, developing and fielding capabilities for the United States Space Command and joint warfighter, as well as to maintain America’s comprehensive military advantage in space.
As a Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer in the United States Nuclear Detonation Detection System (USNDS) program office, you will provide technical leadership to both enterprise system engineering and ground segment development activities for the next generation USNDS system.
Telecommuting a few days a week is possible subject to customer needs.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Provide technical leadership to USNDS systems engineering activities such as the development of USNDS engineering governance artifacts, ground segment specification development, enterprise test scenario development, etc.
- Participate in USNDS systems engineering boards, e.g., risk, configuration control, etc.
- Manage Aerospace technical support to custom ground system hardware development efforts including receiver/antenna and cryptographic units
- Provide, in collaboration with the Government, oversight and insight for contractor system development strategies and detailed planning for USNDS ground system hardware components
- Participate in program status assessments and independent risk assessments that advise Government and Aerospace management of perceived technical problems and recommend courses of action
- Represent Aerospace in program meetings and technical forums such as design reviews, technical interchanges, and program management reviews
- Prepare briefings and reports to provide status and recommendations to the Government and Aerospace management on the technical assessments and analyses performed by Aerospace to support systems engineering processes
- Interact regularly with Government teams, development contractors, and other collaborators across the USNDS enterprise
What You Need to be Successful - Project Engineer
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, physical science, mathematics, or related technical degree from an accredited institution
- Typically 8 years of related professional engineering/scientific experience with at least 5 years of experience with national security space systems
- Experience and understanding of satellite ground systems
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a program office environment with a mix of Government, FFRDC and SETA personnel
- This position requires a current Secret security clearance, which is issued by the US Government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
- Ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance
- Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time between California, Colorado, and New Mexico
What You Need to be Successful – Senior Project Engineer
Minimum Requirements:
- All the above requirements plus the following:
- Typically 12 years of related professional engineering/scientific experience with at least a total of 8 years of experience with national security space systems
- Significant experience and understanding of satellite ground systems
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll 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 - Mid - Max)
$122,952 - $185,015 - $281,070
Pay Basis: Annual
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:
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Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
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Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
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Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
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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
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Flexible spending accounts
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Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
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Relocation assistance
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Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
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Education assistance programs
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An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the 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 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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, color, religion, genetic information, 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 you’re 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 email at
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