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Space Engineering SpecialistThe 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 Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace's strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities.The Vehicle and Ground Concepts Department (VGCD) in EED provides space vehicle and ground system preliminary/conceptual design; trade and architecture analysis, modeling, process development and leadership expertise; and tool development in support of conceptual design activities across the space enterprise. As a member of VGCD, you will be designing innovative spacecraft and ground segment solutions to meet the most pressing mission needs of our US Space Force, Intelligence Community, NASA, NOAA, and commercial/international customers.What You'll Be DoingProvide concept exploration and engineering support for NOAA satellite ground system architectures supporting disaggregated observation missionsLead and participate in conceptual and preliminary architecture studies and trades of ground systems capable of integrating data and services from NOAA, international partners, and commercial satellite assetsEvaluate ground system design and architecture concepts for multi-source data integration and participate in design reviewsWork with applicable program offices and technical experts across Aerospace CorporationDevelop tools and models that support ground system concept design, architecture trades, and interoperability analysis for heterogeneous satellite constellationsMentor junior members of the organizationWhat You Need to be SuccessfulMinimum Requirements for Engineering Specialist:Bachelor of Science degree engineering, science, or a related technical fieldTypically, at least 6 years of engineering experience leading, developing, and working on multidisciplinary teams in the space, intelligence, and/or defense domainsA strong knowledge of satellite ground systems, Earth observation spacecraft systems, and systems engineering principlesProven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to change, and demonstrate initiative under deadlinesDemonstrated experience in developing ground systems concepts for satellite missionsDemonstrated experience in mission control, mission processing systems, or data processing architectures for space-based Earth observation systemsDemonstrated experience in concurrent engineering tools, processes, and methodologiesDemonstrated ability to work independently and conduct long-term technical studies for geographically dispersed programsAvailable and willing to travel domestically and internationally approx. 5-10%This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance issued by the U.Advanced degree in engineering, math, science, or related technical disciplineDemonstrated experience with cloud-based ground system architectures and offering (i.e., Amazon, Microsoft, or Oracle) for satellite operations and data processingDemonstrated experience with hybrid on-premise and cloud infrastructure for Earth observation data systemsDemonstrated experience with ground station architectures, networks, antenna systems, and RF ground entry points for satellite downlinkDemonstrated experience with data interoperability standards and protocols for multi-mission, multi-source satellite data integration and Earth observation (e.g., HDF5, NetCDF, CCSDS)Demonstrated experience with communications and networking architectures supporting distributed ground systemsDemonstrated experience with software architectures supporting satellite data processing, including microservices, APIs, and service-oriented architecturesKnowledge of agile and DevOps approaches for ground system software developmentFamiliarity with database technologies and distributed processing frameworks for large-scale Earth observation dataDemonstrated experience with data center design, operations, network maintenance, load balancing, and data coordinationProficiency in simulation tools/programming languages, including one or more of: MATLAB, Python, Simulink, STK, C++, etc.Experience with international partnership agreements and commercial data acquisition strategiesFamiliarity with NOAA mission requirements and operational constraintsExperienced in the ethical and effective application of generative AI and LLMs to streamline workflows and enhance output quality.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. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:Comprehensive health care and wellness plansPaid holidays, sick time, and vacationStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options401(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 hireFlexible spending accountsVariable pay program for exceptional contributionsRelocation assistanceProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your careerEducation assistance programsAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respectWe 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. 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, 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'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 email at peoplemangmnt.