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Aerospace Corporation
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. The Systems Engineering Division (SED)
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 dynamic portfolio of space programs and national challenges spanning the total space system lifecycle.

Space Systems Implementation Department
As a Member of the Technical Staff (MTS) or Senior MTS of this department, you will be supporting the acquisition of the next generation of innovative space vehicle systems to solve the most challenging problems of our US Space Force, Intelligence Community, NASA, NOAA, and commercial/international customers. The selected candidate will be required to work full‑time, on‑site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

Providing space vehicle systems engineering support for customer programs, with a focus on the United States Space Force.

Leading and participating in studies, to include multi‑disciplinary engineering teams, to assess breadth of space system designs for accuracy and completeness.

Developing as a subject matter expert in space vehicle systems engineering to support execution of customer programs.

Establishing strong working relationships with government, program office, and contractor personnel as well as other members of Aerospace’s engineering group.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in a relevant engineering or science discipline.

Two years of increasingly responsible space vehicle systems engineering experience.

Demonstrated knowledge and/or relevant experience in spacecraft subsystems, systems engineering topics, and spacecraft design.

Strong, demonstrated personal initiative.

Experience working on multi‑disciplinary engineering teams and ability to excel in a collaborative environment.

Ability to travel domestically, on an occasional basis.

Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

More than four years of increasingly responsible space vehicle systems engineering experience.

Strong knowledge and/or relevant experience of spacecraft subsystems, systems engineering topics, and spacecraft design.

Experience in leading, developing, and working on multi‑disciplinary engineering teams.

Strong leadership skills and a willingness to mentor earlier career staff.

from an accredited program in engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.

Advanced knowledge of spacecraft subsystems and system engineering topics.

Experience with flight programs across defense and commercial sectors.

Demonstrated experience engaging with government and contractor counterparts.

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.

employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire.

Flexible spending accounts.

Relocation assistance.

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career.

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