Program Lead - Objective Force Integration

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.

The Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, developmental planning, system of systems engineering, and threat reduction to help shape future space missions across the national security space enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including Air Force Space Command, U.S. Strategic Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of services and support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers but also horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation.

As part of the Space Enterprise and Warfighting Division, the Space Futures Integration Directorate provides technical advice, thought leadership, and systems engineering support to Space Force S9, Force Design and Analysis. This new Space Force Headquarters organization is responsible for driving the future of the Space Force through horizon scanning and foresighting, concept development, technology assessments, wargaming, experimentation, and force design and integration. We are looking for builders, innovators, and technical staff with a start-up mentality. As part of our growing Space Futures Integration team, you will help us build the backbone of S9 activities connecting strategic vision to executable future force design. You will interface directly with customers and with Aerospace teams to align strategic drivers and opportunities to concrete architectural and non-materiel recommendations for the Space Force’s Objective Force..

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in Crystal City, VA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and implement approaches for integrating concepts, technologies, and force designs within and across Space Force missions.
• Collaborate directly with senior Government leaders, Aerospace program offices, and the Engineering and Technical Group (ETG) to address complex technical and programmatic challenges - including to support time-sensitive senior leader and Congressional inquiries
• Lead or support the integration of mission area analyses and engineering into the Objective Force within a modern digital environment. Deliver best-in-class technical analyses and actionable recommendations that drive customer mission success.
• Develop, foster, and maintain strategic relationships with field and headquarters offices across the United States Space Force (USSF).

Minimum Requirements - Project Engineer - Enterprise Engineering

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, mathematics, science, or related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• 6+ years of progressive professional engineering or scientific experience in multi-disciplinary systems engineering and/or program management environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the U.S. Space Force (USSF) and/or national security space enterprise.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 20% as customer mission requirements dictate.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities in fast-paced environments.
• This position requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance. U.S. citizenship is required.

In addition to the above requirements, the minimum requirements for Sr. Project Engineer - Enterprise Engineering

• 10+ years of progressive professional engineering or scientific experience in multi-disciplinary systems engineering and/or program management environments.
• Proven track record of effectively advising and collaborating with senior government and military leadership., * Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in engineering, mathematics, science, or related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• Substantive knowledge of the breadth and depth of the U.S. Space Force and national security space enterprise.
• Deep technical expertise in one or more USSF mission areas (e.g., space domain awareness, positioning/navigation/timing, missile warning/tracking, satellite communications, space control).
• Demonstrated track record of innovative problem-solving and entrepreneurial approaches to complex challenges.
• Proven experience developing and delivering executive-level briefings to senior Government leaders (General Officers and/or Senior Executive Service).
• Thorough understanding of organizational roles and responsibilities across the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Office of the Secretary of the Air Force, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, space system program offices, defense agencies, Joint Staff, and other government organizations in the national security space enterprise.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across Aerospace Corporation functions through ETG and program office coordination and reach-back support.

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. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max) $151,300.00 - $226,900.00

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• 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

We 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. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.