Sr. Software Architecture Lead

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 National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch.

The Advanced Technology Directorate/Advanced Systems Department is seeking an innovative Sr. Software Architecture Lead (Sr. Project Leader- Software Architecture and Systems Software Engineering) to work on the nation's leading research and development challenges for future ISR architectures. The Advanced Systems Department helps customers architect transformative systems and capabilities. The work involves traditional ground systems as well as innovating new architectures for end-to-end systems. Our next team member will have the opportunity to influence an organization developing and operating high priority, transformational demonstration systems.

Work Model

This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, VA, which requires 100% onsite work.

What You'll Be Doing

• Exploring solutions to advance software architecture for future systems.
• Leading a portfolio of projects to apply Aerospace expertise to support development of new capabilities for altitude agnostic systems.
• Identifying novel solutions for enterprise level problems.
• Work directly with Government, other FFRDC and SETA staff to design and implement ground-breaking roadmaps and strategy.
• Help coordinate the Aerospace team's software support across the customer's portfolio
• Act as spokesperson for the working group to customers
• Develop effective recommendations and strategies to advance customer vision, including identifying new areas for research and leveraging Aerospace capabilities for innovation to inform this advice.
• Act as a senior mentor to team members.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for the Sr. Project Leader- Software Architecture and Systems Software Engineering

Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering, mathematics, or science field

• A Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or related discipline
• A minimum of 10 years engineering experience.
• Experience with modern software development methodologies (i.e. - agile, SAFe).
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong personal initiative.
• Experience leading and completing projects within a matrixed organization.
• Ability to work closely with government management.
• This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the US 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:

• An advanced degree in a STEM field or related discipline
• A strong knowledge of ground systems, space systems, and systems engineering/architecting principles
• Experience with cloud computing architecture or data centric architectures
• Demonstrated flexibility to consider new perspectives and innovative ideas
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to change, and demonstrate initiative under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and conduct/lead technical studies aligned with customer capabilities portfolio framework.
• Experience mentoring other team members.

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 equal opportunity 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, genetic information, 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 or by email at . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

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