Human Spaceflight Modeling & Simulation Software Development Lead

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.

Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD)staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.

The Modeling and Simulation Computing Department (MSCD) consists of a team dedicated to ground-breaking software solutions and capabilities for government and commercial customer needs.We are looking for a Human Spaceflight Modeling & Simulation Software Development Lead(SeniorEngineering Specialist - Systems and Modeling and Simulation Engineer) . We enable detailed and complex modeling, analysis, optimization, and visualization of satellite orbits, system architectures, and engineering trade-spaces to provide customer decision support for the future of space.

Work Model

• This is a full-timepositionin Houston, TX.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Act as a division liaison, providing proactive coordination and consultation tocustomers and Aerospace staff across the company

• Initiate and conduct efforts to develop effective standards and processes to support the division's modeling, simulation, and analysis capabilities to support new and existing functional areas including digital engineering and cloud computing

• Engage closely with senior ISCD staff (PL/SPL level or beyond) to listen, assess, and pinpoint the most critical software issuesimpactingthe program office and customer success.

• Apply leadership and coordination across multi-disciplinary technical leaders, Aerospace Program Office personnel, and external customers

• Partner with division analysis leads to exercise influence on key stakeholders and government customers byleading engagement efforts with theHuman Exploration Spaceflight Team and Civil Systems Groupprogram office

• Establish andmaintaineffective and enduring working relationships with key organizational customers

• Serve as a thought leader inidentifyingand coordinating effective solutions to complex organizational challenges, applying effective communication in teams with high level visibility, including in the areas mentioned above

• Lead major software development efforts in thedivision

• Lead without authority to influence program office investments that advance corporate anddepartmentstrategicobjectivesin situations requiring coordination among many stakeholders

• Lead business development activities withdivisionand customer management toidentifygrowth opportunities, mitigate potential resource weaknesses, develop funding lines, and other critical project management tasks

• Support organizational and capability strategic planningin partnership with department and subdivision management,identifyingopportunities toclose capability gaps byleveragingresourcesand lessons learnedacross diverse projects

• Mature technicalexpertisein the department through mentoring team members

• Develop and presenttimelyand technicallyaccuratebriefings and reports that clearly communicate software development progress and provide recommended design solutions to technicalleads, management, and customers

• Engage with software users and customers to refine capability requirements

• Conduct software architecture design and lead theadoptionofbest practicesin new and existingworkflowsto meet customer needs

• Travel as necessary to support customer efforts

What You Need to be Successful - Senior Engineering Specialist - Modeling & Simulation and Systems Software Engineering

MinimumRequirements:

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering, computer science, mathematics, or a related discipline from an accredited school

• 10yearsor moreof related and progressive experiencein software architecture, software development, or other engineering relevant engineering experience.

• In depth experience in designing modern softwarearchitectures

• Demonstrated experience as a technical lead of amajorsoftware project

• Hands onexperienceindeveloping software updates and understanding how they fit into the larger software structure as part of a team working to deliver complex projects on schedule

• Proficiencyin one or more of the organization's core computer languages such as Python or C++

• Experienceleveragingsoftware configuration management and collaboration tools in team environments (Bitbucket, Jira, GitHub, or similar)

• Proven abilityin building technicalproficiencythrough mentoring and talent development initiatives

• Strong communication skillsdemonstratedthrough technical writing and presentation to collaborate andinfluenceacross teams(staff, peers, and stakeholders).

• Willingto travel occasionally to corporate or customer locations to support efforts as needed(approx. 15-20%)

• This position requires ability to obtain andmaintaina security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship isrequiredto obtain a security clearance

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if youhaveone or more of these:

• Advanced degree in STEM

• Experience inHuman Exploration and Spaceflight

• Experience with Aerospace customers and industry players

• Current security clearance

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll 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.

(Min - Max)

$151,300.00 - $226,900.00 Pay Basis: Annual

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 other-the 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, color,religion,geneticinformation, 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 need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by emailat View email address on click.appcast.io .You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.