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The Aerospace Corporation · 5 months ago

Microelectronics Project Engineer

Chantilly, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

6+ years exp

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. They are seeking a Microelectronics Project Engineer to manage systems analysis, modeling, and simulation activities while collaborating with experts to develop next-generation space electronics technologies. The role involves advising on critical technologies and interfacing with government officials in a fast-paced environment.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Managing systems analysis, modeling and simulation, and technical assessment activities across the customer portfolio

Leveraging Aerospace experts across the corporation to scope, direct, and integrate technical analysis in support of research and development of new technologies and systems for overhead intelligence collection and processing

Evaluating the impact of new concepts, technologies, and CONOPs on the national security space architecture

Providing rigorous technical analyses to inform government decisions on future technology and demonstration system investments

Interfacing daily with mid-level government officials, SETA, and contractor personnel as part of a small team in a fast-paced environment

Occasional travel, up to 10% of the time

Qualification

Microelectronics designTechnical project managementInter-disciplinary team leadershipAdvanced degreeGovernment space systemsRF remote sensingOptical remote sensingProactive approachStrategic thinkingCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, mathematics, or a related technical field

6 or more years of experience with microelectronics design, fabrication, assembly, testing, or applications after bachelor's degree

This position requires a current and active TS/SBI/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the U.S. government

U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

10 years of relevant experience after bachelor's degree for Sr. Project Engineer

Experience in technical project management, scoping projects, and leading inter-disciplinary teams

Ability to be proactive, think strategically, and anticipate needs

Preferred

Advanced degree in science, engineering, mathematics, or a related technical field

Direct experience with government or commercial space systems

Familiarity with other space-relevant technology areas such as: Radio frequency (RF) remote sensing components, architectures, signal processing, and advanced techniques including photonics

Familiarity with optical remote sensing

Benefits

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

A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect