Enterprise Systems Engineer

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 Aerospace Corporation is hiring an Enterprise Systems Engineer for the Portfolio Analysis Department (PAD) in the Enterprise Effects Division (EED).  This is an onsite opportunity in El Segundo, California.                                                                          

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 and space-enabled capabilities.

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).

Work Model

This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA offering a hybrid work model that combines three to four regular onsite workdays and remote flexibility as the business needs allow.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide engineering and analytical support to government customers in the area of portfolio management and system-of-systems engineering
• Interact directly with Aerospace program office personnel as well as government customers
• Support the deployment or implementation of existing Aerospace tools and frameworks with government customers
• Identify new capabilities and enhancements to current capabilities that will better support the customer base
• Initiate studies designed to solve new technical problems and provide new technical solutions
• Take initiative to inform management of perceived technical problems and recommend courses of action
• Lead multi-functional and cross-organizational projects and teams
• Act as a systems engineering subject matter expert including mentoring junior staff
• Occasional travel may be required

What You Need to be Successful – Senior Engineering Specialist – Enterprise Systems Engineering

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or related applicable technical field
• 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
• Experience using model- based system engineering (MBSE)
• Advanced experience in Systems Engineering processes including requirements traceability through entire product lifecycle
• Exhibit high level of innovation, creativeness, and initiative
• Demonstrated experience tailoring System Engineering processes to organizational needs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• 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 (MS or PhD) in engineering, science, or equivalent technical field
• An understanding of government acquisition, research and development processes and practices used in the DoD and IC
• Knowledge of Aerospace Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) skills, capabilities, and analytical resources

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)

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 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. 

Salary : $151,300 - $226,900