The Aerospace Corporation · 7 hours ago
Missile Warning and Tracking Chief Systems Integrator
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$185K/yr - $278K/yr
15+ years expThe Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As a Missile Warning and Tracking Chief Systems Integrator, you will lead technical efforts for missile warning and tracking systems integration, working closely with senior USSF customers and managing the integration across the program lifecycle.
AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Technical lead for missile warning and tracking systems integration for SSC Next Gen OPIR space and ground, working jointly with USSF customer counterparts
Provide technical direction to Aerospace systems integration team, bringing systems engineering discipline to solve hard problems
Provide insight and oversight of integrated system functional and performance testing and transition to operations
Liaison with contractors’ chief engineers’ offices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science/STEM-related area of study
15 or more years of proven, related experience in integrating complex systems
Strong background in leading teams in ground systems and software development
Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into actionable, near-term objectives
Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to regularly travel to support integration activities in Colorado area
This position requires a current Top Secret SCI clearance, which is issued by the US government. US citizenship is required to receive a security clearance
Preferred
Experience in missile warning space and ground systems and operations
Knowledge of Digital Engineering concepts and Model Based Systems Engineering tools and techniques
Experience in cybersecurity
Experience in direct support of a government customer in a program office
Understanding of the Aerospace role and the guidelines for appropriate use of FFRDCs
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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