Combat Power Systems Engineering Lead

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— 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. Role Overview The Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, and other critical domains. We are looking for a Combat Power Systems Engineering Lead to contribute to a team that is developing and delivering a critical space control capability to guarantee space superiority for our nation. The selected candidate will work full‑time, on‑site at our facility in El Segundo, California and will collaborate closely with government partners and contractors. Responsibilities Contribute to requirements development, capability evaluation, and implementation of solutions for challenging problems. Build teams of domain authorities from the Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) to support system development. Develop, evaluate, and implement concepts, solutions, and tactics, techniques and procedures for addressing challenging problems. Forge pathways to inform decisions related to feasibility and advise customers and management of activities. Provide system engineering support—including technical guidance and insight to multiple prime contractors, working with the Enterprise community. Collaborate and guide technical teams to ensure that program office and Aerospace Engineering Matrix staff are effectively teamed to work closely with the customer. Develop positive, lasting working relations with customer senior management and all levels of customer/contractor staff. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, or a related technical subject area. Eight or more years of progressively more responsible experience, including spacecraft development (design, build, integration, or testing). Experience obtaining and maintaining security accesses (Current Top Secret/SCI clearance required). Experience building and maintaining effective teams and developing strong interpersonal relations with multiple government partners and contractors. Ability to travel moderately. U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance. Preferred Experience Systems engineering experience to include space systems development. Payload development experience (e.g., optical, RF). Experience assessing designs for Mission Assurance. Proven organizational and project leadership skills with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams. Space Superiority mission and/or mission acquisition experience. Experience in Agile acquisition of space systems (e.g., bus, components, software). Experience in Space Operations, including Launch and Early Operations, nominal operations, mission operations, and end‑of‑life operations. Capability to identify and mitigate risks. Experience in the Space Control Mission Area. Compensation The grade‑based pay range for this job is $120,800.00 – $181,100.00 per year. 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‑paid contributions and matching. Flexible spending accounts. Variable pay program for exceptional contributions. Relocation assistance. Professional growth and development programs. Education assistance programs. Equal Employment Opportunity 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 identity, 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 are 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Aerospace Corporation