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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Navigation & Systems Engineer - **Company:** The Aerospace Corporation - **Location:** Goddard, MD, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $117,300.0 - $175,900.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Decision Support Systems, Automation of Marketing, Network Architecture, Orbital Mechanics, Information Technology - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://aero.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Goddard-SFC-MD/Navigation---Systems-Engineer_R016050 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline. * 6 or more years of professional experience in systems engineering and navigation systems, or related technical fields. * Experience supporting NASA, DoD, or comparable government PNT systems or programs. * Demonstrated application of systems engineering processes across the lifecycle, including requirements development, architecture definition, trade studies, and technical evaluations. * Prior involvement in NASA, government, or FFRDC-supported programs related to SCaN, space communications, navigation, or exploration architectures. * Demonstrated technical leadership in architecture trades, acquisition support, or complex systems engineering efforts. * Experience working with commercial partners, international collaborators, or cross-agency stakeholders. * Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts and recommendations to senior technical and programmatic leadership. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills. * Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and with diverse stakeholders. * Willingness to travel occasionally (approximately 10-20%). * This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: * Master's or Ph.D. in a relevant technical discipline. * Experience with lunar, cislunar, or deep space navigation architectures. * Familiarity with SCaN networks (e.g., DSN, Near Space Network, commercial services). * Experience supporting BAAs, AoAs, RFIs, or other early-phase acquisition and architecture studies. * Background in system-of-systems architectures, commercial space services, or industrial base analysis. * Experience preparing executive-level briefings and decision support products. * Understanding of orbital mechanics and application to communications and navigation systems ## Description 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. Join us and take your place in space. Building on The Aerospace Corporation's reputation as a trusted, impartial advisor with integrity and dedication to mission success, the Civil Systems Group (CSG) combines deep technical expertise with market-leading innovation to help our customers solve complex systems engineering and integration challenges. CSG is organized by core customer-facing lines of business to manage and grow programs within NASA, NOAA, and the NNSA, while extending our capabilities to other civilian federal government agencies fully integrated within Aerospace rules, regulations, processes, values, and behaviors. The Aerospace Corporation is looking for a Navigation & Systems Engineer (Project Engineer - Systems Engineering). In this role, you will provide Precision Navigation & Timing (PNT) & Systems Engineering support to NASA's Space Communications and Navigation (SCaN) Program within the Commercialization, Innovation, and Synergies (CIS) Office at NASA Headquarters. You will provide independent systems engineering, architecture analysis, acquisition support, and strategic technical guidance across SCaN commercialization campaigns, early-phase studies, and stakeholder integration activities. You will work directly with NASA civil servants, industry partners, and international stakeholders to inform future communications and navigation architectures spanning lunar, cislunar, and deep space missions. This position supports a high-visibility HQ Task Order and requires strong technical judgment, clear communication skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, mission-focused environment. This is a full-time position based at Goddard Spaceflight Center, Greenbelt, MD. with an expectation of at least 4 days onsite per week. What You'll Be Doing * Provide systems engineering and technical integration support for SCaN commercialization and innovation initiatives. * Leverage PNT system and architecture knowledge in support of SCaN formulation and execution of research campaigns * Support formulation and execution of research and acquisition campaigns, including: * Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs) * Analyses of Alternatives (AoAs) * Requests for Information (RFIs) * Conduct architecture assessments, trade studies, and technical evaluations for space communications and navigation systems. * Evaluate candidate network architectures, system-of-systems concepts, and commercial service models supporting lunar, cislunar, and deep space missions. * Support development and assessment of requirements, standards, and technical recommendations across the SCaN enterprise. * Provide technical oversight of industry studies, demonstrations, and campaign deliverables. * Support industrial base assessments, market research, and engagement with commercial and international partners. * Prepare technical briefings, decision packages, and campaign summaries for SCaN and NASA leadership. * Support stakeholder engagement activities, working groups, workshops, and interagency coordination. * Assist with programmatic metrics, performance tracking, and preparation of monthly status reports. * Deliver independent, risk-informed technical advice to support NASA leadership decision-making. ## Related Videos - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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