Enterprise Systems Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), relocation assistance
United States, California, El Segundo
Feb 14, 2025
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 Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace's strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space-enabled mission effects. As part of the Enterprise Design Subdivision (EDS), the Portfolio Analysis Department (PAD) drives responsive and comprehensive trades in customer portfolios. Working closely with corporate program offices PAD delivers portfolio decision insights that expand options for senior leaders and accelerates delivery of end effects. PAD integrates expertise, system analysis and design capabilities from across the corporation. We are looking for an Enterprise Systems Engineer (Senior Engineering Specialist - Enterprise Systems Engineering). This position will reside in the Aerospace engineering backplane and will be assigned to the Aerospace program office supporting the Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO). The SSIO is charged with conducting enterprise integration and strategic analyses to ensure the USSF along with mission partners are able to deliver critical end-to-end effects at scale and resilient to adversary threats. SSIO coordinates across acquisition offices (e.g., SSC, SDA and SpaceRCO), operators, combatant commands, Space Futures Command, and the intelligence community to identify and address risks, issues, gaps, and opportunities across the space enterprise. Work Model: This position is full time 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES Acts as senior technical authority, consultant, primary investigator, or team leader. May lead or organize interfaces between customers' and Aerospace technical and management staff. Coordinates large-scale technical efforts across program/project lines. Mentors less experienced MTS and serves as role model. KEY FUNCTIONS Establish a process to prioritize SSC and USSF inputs to the POM process Provide technical expertise, develop methods, and conduct analyses enabling SSIO to ensure key risks, issues, gaps, and opportunities are identified and used to prioritize budget requests Coordinate across stakeholders (acquisition offices (e.g., SSC, SDA and SpaceRCO), operators, combatant commands, Space Futures Command, and the intelligence community) to ensure priorities are comprehensive and understood Lead cross-function / cross-organizational teams to develop space enterprise baselines including requirements, architecture, and performance Reach across the Aerospace Engineering Backplane to obtain required expertise What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for Senior Engineering Specialist: Current TS/SCI clearance with eligibility SAP Degree in science, mathematics, or engineering from an accredited university 12 or more years of increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including multi-disciplinary systems engineering and/or program management environments Demonstrated leadership of broad multidisciplinary teams conducting technical evaluations of complex systems; cost, schedule and risk analysis; portfolio-level trade studies; and requirements development Knowledge of systems-of-systems (SoS) engineering, portfolio management, and model- based system engineering (MBSE) Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships HOW YOU CAN STAND OUT Prior experience working with USSF, other DoD, or intelligence community organizations involved with acquisition of space programs Advanced degree in science, mathematics, or engineering from an accredited university Extensive knowledge in formal DoD Acquisition processes and procedures PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTS This position is full time 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA. 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 - $226,900 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color,religion,geneticinformation, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org .You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal,as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.