Vacancy caducado!
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. We remain committed to maintaining a safe environment for hiring as we look forward to the future of work. Click here for information on Aerospace's COVID-19 directives and safety procedures implemented to keep our workplace safe.The National Systems Group (NSG) 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, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch. The mission of the Advanced Systems Department (ASD) within the Advanced Technology Division is to study, develop, and demonstrate the next generation of space and ground systems critical to national security. ASD brings the full suite of Aerospace's strategic, technical, and laboratory capabilities to directly support the National Security Space (NSS) customer. This position requires 100% on site work in Chantilly, VAWhat You'll Be Doing- Serve as the lead technical advisor to senior government leadership for new space and ground systems research, development, acquisition, and operations.
- Scope, direct, and execute Aerospace analysis, R&D, programmatic, and engineering support within the government R&D organization using core staff and matrixed engineering capabilities across a broad range of technical disciplines. Establish organization's objectives and goals and communicate them to subordinates, management, and interfacing matrix organizations. Conduct organization's activities consistent with corporate policies/practices, goals, and objectives.
- Participate in budget planning and resource allocation. Implement policies, practices, and operating processes and recommends improvements to management. Report organization's activities, progress and achievements through written and oral reports to management, subordinates, and customers.
- Cooperate and communicate frequently with SETA, mid-level and senior government officials to coordinate and report progress, issues, and results.
- Personnel management of Aerospace staff to include recruiting, training, and professional development.
- Bachelor's degree in science, engineering related technical discipline
- Twelve (12) or more years of related engineering experience
- Experience with one or more of the following:
- Experience with military or intelligence space systems development, engineering, and acquisition
- Experience with ground system architecting, agile software development and management methodologies, and engineering
- Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
- Experience leading high-performing teams of engineering professionals
- Occasional travel required within the US (approx 10%)
- This position requires a current and active TS/SSBI/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
- An advanced degree in science, engineering, or mathematics
- Track record of building collaborative partnerships
- Direct experience developing strategic plans for acquisition focused portfolios
- Direct experience leading research teams performing customer directed work
- Demonstrated management experience to include: team-building, personnel development, performance management, budget and resource planning, and mentoring
- Direct experience with customer programs
- 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
Vacancy caducado!