Job Description

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 Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, development planning, system of systems engineering, and threat reduction to help shape the future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including US Space Force, U.S Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of services and support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers but also horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. DSG alsoassiststhe Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception, design, acquisition,launchand operations of satellite, launch vehicle, ground control, and range systems.

As the SystemsDirectorof the Sensors and Intelligence Integration Department, you will lead a team thatperforms analyses of enterprise performance, identifies key risks, issues, and gaps in space-enabled mission threads, and influences decision makers at all levels of the Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO) and the broader national security spaceenterpriseYour team will collaborate closely with other departments in theSpace Architecture and Integration Division (SAID)of DSGas well aswith partners from acrossSSC, NRO, MDA,and the operational communitytogenerateanalytically groundedenterprise-level policy, acquisition, and execution recommendations that maximally enable national security space missions and capabilities.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

WhatYou’llBe Doing

• Leadingateamoftechnical staffresponsible forintegrating space sensor and intelligence systems-of-systems and delivering key mission capabilitiesto customersand endusers

• Surveyingprocesses, products, and data flows,identifyinghigh-information nodes,andresolvingfriction pointsto improveconnectivity, resilience, and speed ofdepartment processes and products

• Engagingacrossprogram offices and technical functionstoidentifycomplex problems,communicate challenges, and coordinate products and solutions

• Developingandmanagingrelationships with internal and external customers and contractorstomaintainand enhance the department’s impact, visibility, and reputation

• Managingdepartment functions including hiring staff, aligning tasks with skillsets and growth areas, enforcing corporate policies and practices, conducting performance appraisals,reportingsignificant progressand challenges to leadership,and recognizing outstanding performance and growth

• Duties, responsibilities, andactivities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed

What You Need to be Successful

MinimumRequirements Systems Director - Enterprise Systems Engineering:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program inengineering,science,mathematics,or anequivalent technical field

• Tenor more years of experience inarchitecture, design,acquisition,test, integration, and/or operation of space systems

• Proven ability toestablishand maintain effective working relationships with all levels of contractors, customers, and corporate staff

• Experience withAerospaceand government customerorganizational structure, leadership, and technical points of contact

• Proven ability todevelop sustainable processes and deliver impactful outcomes in a fast-paced and sometimesambiguous environment

• Willing to travelup to approximately15% time

• Activetop secret with sensitive compartmented information (TS/SCI) security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government; U.S. citizenship isrequiredto obtain a security clearance

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Master’s or PhD degreefrom an accredited program inengineering, science, mathematics, or an equivalent technical field

• 5+ years of progressive management experience leadingteamsthatdeliver impactful technical outcomes inspace systems-relateddisciplines

• Prior experienceleadingorganizationsrequiringcoordination across disciplines and/or matrixed technical support

• PriorAerospace management experience

• Active top secret security clearance with SCI and SAP accesses

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)

$168,200.00 - $252,400.00Pay 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:

• 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