Ground Systems Engineer Retiree Casual 2

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 Systems Engineering Division (SED) offers unparalleled expertise in systems engineering to the U.S. government and various public and private agencies universities nonprofit organizations consortia and commercial companies involved in the advanced development and application of space systems. From systems CONOPs and architecture development to system design and analysis mission assurance cost and schedule assessment and economic market analysis SED leverages a vast array of engineering and business disciplines across a diverse and dynamic portfolio of space programs and national challenges spanning the total space system lifecycle.

The Ground Systems Engineering Department (GSED) transforms innovative ground system concepts into operational trusted leaders in ground systems engineering we deliver operationally focused solutions for space enterprise C3 systems mission management PNT SATCOM launch operations and SIGINT missions supporting Space Systems Command the National Reconnaissance Office and the Intelligence Community. GSED leads ground systems and modernization efforts while leveraging deep technical experience and operational expertise to enable mission success across the space enterprise. We are seeking Ground Systems Engineer to provide focused reliability and availability (Ao) analysis support.

The selected candidate will be required to work part-time (up to an average of 20 hours per week) on-site at our facility in Colorado Springs Colorado. This is a part-time casual position with limited hours.

What Youll Be Doing

• Provide subject matter expertise on existing reliability models previously developed for programs to support ongoing sustainment analysis

• Perform and update Availability (Ao) analyses to support evaluation of potential system changes including the addition of further critical spares

• Support analysis of potential configurations and options for the next delivery increment

• Provide technical continuity and institutional knowledge from acquisition into sustainment

• Document model updates assumptions and analytical results to support government decision-making on sustainment investments

• Act as senior technical authority consultant primary investigator or team leader while providing ad hoc technical consultation

• Mentor junior engineers and serve as role model

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for the Ground Systems Engineer - Retiree Casual:

• Advanced degree in engineering science or mathematics

• Minimum 8 years or more years of increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience including multi-disciplinary systems engineering and/or program management environments

• Retired Aerospace employee in good standing eligible for rehire under the Retired Casual program

• Demonstrated experience in Availability (Ao) analysis for complex space or ground systems

• Prior experience supporting SBIRS OPIR or related space enterprise ground systems programs

• Familiarity with critical spares analysis and sustainment planning for fielded space systems

• Exhibits exceptionally high level of innovation creativeness and initiative

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers

• This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

How You Can Stand Out

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

• Direct prior experience supporting the transition of S2E2 from acquisition into sustainment

• Familiarity with the SBIRS delivery construct and future increment planning

• Experience supporting USSF sustainment organizations

• Experience with reliability modeling tools and techniques applicable to survivable/endurable space ground architectures

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

The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity 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 colorreligiongeneticinformation 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 youre 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 View phone number on drjobpro.com or by emailat .You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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