Systems Director - GEOINT Development OfficeSpace Vehicle Department

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations 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 youll be part of a special collection of problem solvers thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The National Systems Group 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 advanced technologies ground and communications imagery programs and systems engineering and launch.

The Imagery Program Divisions GEOINT Development Office (GDO) is seeking a Systems Director to lead the Space Vehicle engineering team on the nations flagship national security space this unique leadership position you will be responsible for the design build and test of all bus subsystems on the spacecraft for a premier national program. You will manage a bicoastal team working with the customer and other contractors to define requirements analyze design and performance resolve design and manufacturing and test issues oversee subsystem testing and integration into the space vehicle and monitor vehicle level testing performed at the prime contractor. The work of the Space Vehicle department plays a critical role in ensuring that mission performance meets user needs and the system will integrate into the customer/user mission enterprise.

This position requires 100% on-site work in Chantilly VA

What Youll Be Doing

• Serve as the primary link between the Government Space Vehicle Division Lead and the Aerospace team.
• Manage engineering activities related to design manufacture and test of spacecraft bus subsystems subsystem integration into the space vehicle satellite launch and initialization of bus subsystems and failure analysis and anomaly resolution during the build cycle and operations.
• Work directly with customers to identify engineering support needs for hardware in various stages of acquisition establish priorities define budgets and manage resources.
• Ensure effective collaboration and communication across GDO related program offices and Aerospace Engineering & Technology Group (ETG) staff
• Engage Aerospace ETG matrix support for design build test and integration launch and initialization engineering support
• Maintain a world-class diverse systems engineering staff and facilitate staff development.
• Keep customers informed about issues/risks/concernsand recommend mitigation approaches.
• When necessary coordinate across Aerospace SETA and customer teams from other organizations to create enterprise solutions.

What You Need to be Successful

MinimumRequirements for Systems Director - Engineering Program Management and Systems Engineering :

• Bachelors degree in a relevant engineering mathematicsscienceor related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Experience in spacecraft bus subsystem engineering development test launch and initialization and failure analysis and anomaly resolution.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with a broad range of customers technologists program managers system engineers and senior government leadership. Also demonstrated tact and flexibility in dealing with challenging personalities.
• Willing to travel domestically (1-2 weeks per month).
• This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship isrequiredto obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

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

• Advanced degree in a relevant engineering or remote sensing field.
• Familiarity with a broad range of spacecraft bus subsystems (EPS C&DH ACS FSW Comm Propulsion Structures Mechanisms Thermal Control)
• Understanding of processes for electronics manufacturing test and troubleshooting
• Understanding of space systems test
• Knowledge of Aerospace corporate mission assurance processes and tools
• Existing working relationships with relevant Aerospace matrix engineering organizations to quickly bring resources to address customer needs
• Previous spacecraft systems engineering experience in requirements development design build and test of subsystem hardware.

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll 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.

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Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee regardless of level and role can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders we want individuals who:

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

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:

• 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

We are all unique from various backgrounds and all walks of life yet one thing bonds all of us to each otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

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