Systems-of-Systems Engineer/Architect

About the Company 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—including 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. Role Overview The Systems‑of‑Systems Engineer/Architect will lead efforts to collaborate with customers; identify capability, architecture and documentation gaps; and lead projects aimed at developing coordinated and analysis‑based products and approaches to address the gaps. These efforts will include capability definition for systems across the space architecture including Space Vehicle (SV) Systems, spanning bus, payloads, and onboard subsystems as well as ground and user systems. Development of products to enhance mission effectiveness, including standards, models, and architecture views, is the critical objective. What You’ll Be Doing Translate mission and intent into architecture‑level constructs and expected system behavior. Identify and lead matrixed Aerospace engineering staff and project teams to develop meaningful architecture and systems‑of‑systems engineering products. Define and maintain SV Systems resiliency and security capability structures using systems engineering principles. Direct MBSE/modeling teams to ensure accurate representation of capabilities and candidate implementation. Translate technical outputs into program‑usable guidance and artifacts. Engage proactively and strategically with stakeholders across the space and cybersecurity communities to validate and refine products. Minimum Requirements Bachelor or higher degree from an accredited technical program in engineering, computer science, or other applicable degree. 10 years of related professional experience in systems engineering, architecture, or related engineering disciplines. Demonstrated experience applying systems engineering and architecture principles within embedded, mission‑critical, or constrained system environments. Demonstrated ability to translate between architectural elements and system‑level requirements and behaviors. Demonstrated ability to define how system solutions are evaluated, including performance under failure or degraded conditions. Willing to travel domestically approximately 10%. Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to acquire a security clearance. What You Can Highlight Masters or PhD degree in applicable STEM areas. Experience with space vehicle systems, payloads, or comparable embedded mission systems. Experience applying Zero Trust frameworks or other cybersecurity approaches to constrained, autonomous, or disconnected systems. Experience working with MBSE/digital engineering teams. Experience with threat‑informed engineering, resilience analysis, or mission assurance. Compensation Competitive compensation package with a grade‑based pay range of $166,400.00 – $249,600.00 annually. Benefits Comprehensive health care and wellness plans. Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation. Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options. 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting. Flexible spending accounts. Variable pay program for exceptional contributions. Relocation assistance. Professional growth and development programs. Education assistance programs. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 needs reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Workplace discrimination is illegal. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Aerospace Corporation