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The Aerospace Corporation

18d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • El Segundo
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must have a relevant BS, 6-10 years' experience in space mission assessments, knowledge of NASA, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication. Security clearance may be required.
  • You will assess programs, analyze costs and risks, create reports, present findings, support strategic studies, and manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment. Travel may be required.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, computer science, or a related STEM field from an accredited institution.
  • 6 or more years of increasingly responsible experience in programmatic assessments of space missions, space systems engineering, risk assessment, cost modeling and analysis, independent cost/schedule estimating, and trade space studies.
  • Knowledge of NASA missions and technologies, the NASA development lifecycle, development requirements, and guidelines.
  • Experience with developing analytical and parametric models using Excel or other programming languages.
  • Strong analytical/ problem-solving abilities and demonstrated ability to work on teams.
  • Demonstrated ability interfacing with customers and delivering comprehensive assessment products.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • 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.
  • 10 or more years of increasingly responsible experience in programmatic assessments of space missions, space systems engineering, risk assessment, cost modeling and analysis, independent cost/schedule estimating, and trade space studies.
  • Provides ongoing technical consultation and advice to management, customers, and contractors in area of specialization.
  • Lead cross-organizational teams and organizes interfaces with customer and/or Aerospace program offices.
  • Exhibits exceptionally high level of innovation, creativeness, and initiative.

Responsibilities

  • Lead in-depth programmatic assessments of current and future programs to assist NASA and other civil and government customers in agency-level strategic decision-making.
  • Perform cost, schedule, and risk analysis on programs throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Conduct detailed analysis of earned value and programmatic data to assess programmatic health and status and inform program risk posture.
  • Develop a range of analytical products including comprehensive reports on independent cost/schedule estimates, architecture studies, and technical risk assessments.
  • Execute and integrate final analysis products into comprehensive briefings for presentation to senior staff and customers.
  • Support strategic studies which may involve analysis of best practices, standards, and policies spanning across NASA directorates and other government agencies.
  • This support also includes utilizing databases, data sources, and data-driven analytical models, and developing innovative programmatic capabilities that address evolving programmatic needs.
  • Candidates should be able to work and communicate effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment, react quickly to changing requirements and schedules, and provide products of consistently high quality.
  • Candidates must be able to effectively work with multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Travel may be required to support various customers.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we support remote work in a hybrid format, combining 3-4 regular onsite workdays with remote flexibility as business needs allow.

What is the minimum educational requirement for this position?

The minimum educational requirement is a Bachelor of Science degree in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, computer science, or a related STEM field from an accredited institution.

How much experience is required for the Project Engineer position?

A minimum of 6 years of increasingly responsible experience in programmatic assessments of space missions, space systems engineering, risk assessment, cost modeling and analysis, independent cost/schedule estimating, and trade space studies is required.

What additional experience is needed for the Senior Project Engineer position?

The Senior Project Engineer requires 10 or more years of increasingly responsible experience in the same areas as the Project Engineer position, along with leadership experience and the ability to provide ongoing technical consultation.

Are there travel requirements for this position?

Yes, travel may be required to support various customers.

What types of analytical products will I be expected to develop?

You will develop comprehensive reports on independent cost/schedule estimates, architecture studies, and technical risk assessments, among other analytical products.

Is a security clearance required for this position?

This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance issued by the U.S. government, which necessitates U.S. citizenship.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include comprehensive health care and wellness plans, paid holidays, sick time, vacation, a 401(k) plan with company contributions, flexible spending accounts, and professional growth and development programs.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, there are professional growth and development programs available to help advance your career, along with education assistance programs.

What is the pay range for this position?

The grade-based pay range for this job is $117,300 - $226,900 annually, with individual salaries determined by various factors including education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

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The Aerospace Corporation

The only FFRDC for the entire space enterprise.

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1960
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Aerospace Corporation has provided independent technical and scientific research, development, and advisory services to national-security space programs since 1960. We operate a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) for the United States Air Force and the National Reconnaissance Office and support all national-security space programs. We also apply more than 40 years of experience with space systems to projects for civil agencies like NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, commercial companies, universities, and some international organizations in the national interest. From our inception, our highly skilled technical people have focused on ensuring the success of every mission and developing the most effective and economic space-related hardware and software in the world. Our insight and involvement in space programs has significantly reduced the risk of launch failure and increased both satellite endurance and performance. Avoiding a single catastrophic failure resulting in the loss of operational capabilities can save the government more than three times the total annual Aerospace FFRDC budget. We don't manufacture anything. Our greatest asset is the technical expertise of our people. Our involvement spans all facets of space systems: including systems engineering, testing, analysis, and development; acquisition support; launch readiness and certification; anomaly resolution; and the application of new technologies for existing and next-generation space systems. Our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities are staffed by some of the leading scientists in the world.