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 divisionleveragesa broad array of engineering disciplines against a 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.
The new hire will join theSpace Planning, Readiness, and Operations (SPRO) Departmentteamto provide operationally focused space solutionsfor warfighter and end users in supportof our Department ofWar(DoW), Intelligence Community (IC), and civil customers Weserve as the EED and ETG entry point for wargaming and exercises, space operations planning,andoperationally relevantsupport to connectcorporate technical capabilities and operational requirements, integrate capabilities across the space enterprise, and educate the workforce on space operations and warfightingDo you want to have a positive impact on the present and future space enterprise? Join us asanOperationalC2 Specialist – Space Controlon theSpace Planning, Readiness, and Operations Departmentteam at The Aerospace Corporation!
Work Model
100% Onsite:This is a full-timeposition based inColorado Springs, CO, which requires 100% onsite work.
WhatYou’llBe Doing
Leveraging your operational and/or warfighting experience to provide planning and course of action (COA) developmentexpertisein accordance withJoint Warfighting Concept, Adaptive Planning, and Joint Targeting processes
Supporting customers across strategic, operational, and tactical levels.
Identifyinglimitations/issues with current architectures, systems, and integration processes
Building roadmaps for short-term and long-term operations and processes to feed into future acquisition strategies
Advising customers on operationally focused technical and analytical approaches, systems engineering, and development of systems and capabilities.
Designingand advocatingfor optimizedspace control (e.g., orbital warfare and electronic warfare) and command and control (C2)constructs and data processes for US Space Command and US Space Force capabilities
Serving as a space control, space operations, and/or C2 subject matter expert on multi-disciplinary teams.
Workingacross space mission and program boundaries toidentifycommon program challenges and risks, provide enterprise recommendations, and lead issues to closure
Solving the customers’ hardest problems in the development, fielding, planning, integration, and operational employment of new space capabilities
Workingclosely and effectively withinternal andexternal partners in integrated product teams that include government, industry, FFRDC members, and collaboration across Aerospace.
Communicatingeffectively with customers and management throughtimelyreporting of technical issues, analysis reports, and recommendations
What You Need to be Successful
MinimumRequirements for theEngineering Specialist
Bachelor’sdegree from a recognizedinstitution ina relevant discipline
8or moreyears of increasing responsibilityand related career experience to include background as a space operator and/or planner.
Experience in space-relevantspace control,command and control, operational planning, or battle management.
Familiarity with acquisition strategies and/or processes.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Experience working with government customers like US Space Command, US Space Force, and/or the NRO.
Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer siteapprox.if required
Active Top Secret security clearance; eligible for SCI and SAP/SAR.
In addition to the above, theminimumrequirements for theSenior Engineering Specialistinclude:
12or moreyears ofrelevant career experience.
Demonstrated blend of operational, technical, and leadership experience.
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Advanceddegree from a recognized institution ina relative discipline
Weapons School graduate.
Joint Planning experience with a Combatant Command J3/5 or Joint Staff J3/5.
Experience in anadditionaldomain besides space (e.g., ground, maritime, air).
Experience with differentspace operations mission areas/functions such aselectronic warfare (EW); orbital warfare (OW);missile warning missile tracking (MW/MT);space domain awareness (SDA); intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR); command and control (C2); satellite communications (SATCOM) or space data transport;or,position, navigation, and timing (PNT).
Experience on an acquisition program.
Experience in operational and tactical level processes.
Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI access and/or SAP/SAR access.
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)
$117,300.00 - $226,900.00Pay 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:
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
The Aerospace Corporation is a leading architect for the nation’s space programs, advancing capabilities that outpace threats to the country’s national security while nurturing innovative technologies to further a new era of space commercialization and exploration. Aerospace’s national workforce of more than 4,600 employees provides objective technical expertise and thought leadership to solve the hardest problems in space and assure mission success for space systems and space vehicles.
