The Aerospace Corporation · 20 hours ago
Sr. Ground System Engineer
Kirtland, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$151K/yr - $227K/yr
12+ years expThe Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, providing unmatched technical expertise across various aspects of space. They are seeking a Senior Ground System Engineer to support the development and integration of critical ground systems for the Space Rapid Capabilities Office, ensuring operationally dominant space capabilities are delivered efficiently.
AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Coordinate with Government, SETA, and contractor teams to field a critical ground system
Support program reviews, design, development, test, and transition to operations efforts
Understand and ensure implementation of requirements for ground system design, mission concept of operations, prototype and test, initial flight checkout, flight operations, and operational transition support
Provide mission assurance and assist with ground architecture development and integration efforts in a commercial cloud environment
Identify risk areas and mitigation efforts to meet mission objectives
Work closely with Program Manager (O-5)
Solicit and oversee members of the Aerospace Engineering Technical Group (ETG) to employ their expertise on critical problems the local program office may find difficult to solve
Routinely present status updates to Senior Material Leaders (O-6) and Space SpRCO Director (SES-2)
Interface with multiple government agencies to provide capability to the warfighter
Qualification
Required
BS degree in engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, or related STEM field is required
Space experience is required (satellite ground development and operations)
12 or more years of progressively responsible experience in systems engineering or program management
Demonstrated ability to work within teams
Demonstrated ability to work in a highly dynamic Program Office environment with a mix of government, FFRDC, and SETA personnel
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; experience presenting and writing technical information
Travel is required
This position requires a current TS/SCI security clearance with SAP eligibility, which is issued by the US Government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
Preferred
Advanced degree in technical discipline (engineering, science or math)
Extensive satellite operations experience to include satellite ground system development and / or testing
Extensive satellite design / integration Systems Engineering experience
Systems Engineering experience with rapid operational systems
An excellent personal technical reputation and a record of personal technical achievement
Program office and management experience
Working knowledge of expertise from across the Aerospace corporation, especially subject matter experts and laboratory operations with the ability to support customer needs
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
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Company
The Aerospace Corporation
As the government’s preeminent space innovation partner, Aerospace brings technical expertise to advance the nation's missions in space.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tanya Pemberton
President & CEO
Ashley Kowalski
Project Leader - International Partnerships
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