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Ball Aerospace, a subsidiary of Ball Corporation, designs and manufactures advanced space and defense technologies. It leads in satellite bus platforms, high‑resolution imaging sensors, and propulsion systems used by NASA, U.S. Space Force, and commercial satellite operators. Its engineering teams develop cutting‑edge optics, avionics, and thermal control systems that deliver mission‑critical performance.
Ball hires software engineers, electrical and mechanical engineers, systems architects, program managers, test engineers, and manufacturing specialists. Candidates can expect rigorous technical interviews, problem‑solving challenges, and opportunities to work on multi‑disciplinary teams that collaborate on interplanetary missions and commercial launch services. Competitive benefits include equity options, professional development budgets, and flexible work arrangements.
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MT/MW/MD Space Systems Analyst/Engineer
Company: The Aerospace Corporation
Location: El Segundo
Posted Sep 23, 2023
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. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. A few highlights include:Comprehensive health care and wellness plansPaid holidays, sick time, and vacationStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options401(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 hireFlexible spending accountsVariable pay program for exceptional contributionsRelocation assistanceProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your careerEducation assistance programsAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respectWe are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. Candidate will interact directly with government customers as well as Aerospace program office personnel in the El Segundo, CA, Colorado Springs, CO, Chantilly, VA and Huntsville, AL, areas and collaborate closely with Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) and program office personnel in other locations.What you need to be successfulMinimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in mathematics, electrical or aerospace engineering, physics, computer science or equivalent.Experience in systems engineering analysis of space surveillance systems including system-of-systems architectures, system and sensor level evaluation and simulation, mission performance assessment with emphasis on single and multi-target tracking, detection and estimation, sensor tasking and scheduling, system error analysis, and system integrationDevelop computer tools and simulations to support analyses of interdisciplinary support teams and performing general and specific systems engineering trades assessmentsBackground in statistics, estimation, controls, signal processing or a related field with experience developing and implementing tracking algorithmsFluent in at least one the following programming languages; C++, Python, C, Java, MATLABGood interpersonal communication and briefing skills along with the ability to work independently and interact effectively with high-level government, Aerospace, and contractor personnelThis position requires a Secret security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government.How you can stand outAdvanced technical degree in mathematics, electrical or aerospace engineering, physics, computer science or equivalent8 years or more experience in the development, modeling and simulation, analysis and evaluation of MW/MT space systemsExperience in the development, analysis and evaluation of mission processing and/or mission evaluation algorithms, to include target detection, clutter suppression, closely spaced object resolution, tactical parameter estimation (TPE), and/or multi-target tracking Experience with EO/IR system design trade studies, technology insertion, requirements definition to support architecture evolution of tracking systemsProvided EO/IR algorithm and/or system functionality assessmentsCurrent TS/SCI clearanceWe offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. Join us and take your place in space.At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.Job SummaryThe Systems Performance, Estimation, and Algorithms Department (SPEAD) performs concept development, systems engineering, architecture analysis, algorithm development and evaluation support for national security space customers emphasizing Radar, Electro-Optical (EO) and Infrared (IR) sensors, missile warning/missile tracking/missile defense (MW/MT/MD) missions, Electronic Warfare (EW), space domain awareness (SDA), and space protection and security.The selected candidate will provide analytical support, algorithm development, systems engineering and architecting, and modeling and simulation analysis for space surveillance systems, space protection and space threat susceptibility, vulnerability analysis and resiliency assessment. 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 [email protected]. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. (Min - Mid - Max)$103,285 - $168,019 - $232,752Pay Basis: AnnualWays 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.
Technical Intern - Reliability Engineer
Company: Ball Aerospace
Location: Greater Boulder Area
Posted Sep 23, 2023
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment. Compensation & Benefits: HIRING SALARY RANGE: $20.20 - $28.75 per hour (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment. Relocation for this position is available. Experience utilizing mathematical software tools. For details, copy and paste https://bit.ly/3pNSnxv into your browser or visit our careers site. Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering. May access other facilities in various weather conditions. US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED Ball Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Senior Program Finance Manager
Company: The Aerospace Corporation
Location: El Segundo
Posted Sep 24, 2023
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. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. A few highlights include:Comprehensive health care and wellness plansPaid holidays, sick time, and vacationStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options401(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 hireFlexible spending accountsVariable pay program for exceptional contributionsRelocation assistanceProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your careerEducation assistance programsAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respectWe are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. Uses data-driven insights to recommend corrective actions to achieve STE and financial plansLead strategic projects at the group and corporate levelInforms Group CFO and General Managers on financial trends, reporting unit performance and recommend corrective actions to achieve financial plansCompares and analyzes financial results with plans and forecasts, identifies trends, assess and communicate reliable metrics that management can use to make informed business decisions.Makes or recommends value-informed purchasing, investing, and hiring decisions on behalf of the General Manager or Vice PresidentManages direct reportsWhat You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or related fieldTen or more years of experience in financial strategy, budgeting, and forecastingDirect experience managing teams Willingness and ability to travel This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. Specific responsibilities include direct delivery analysis, government customer interaction, tracking of funding, annual and multi-year budgeting, development of financial forecasts and planning scenarios, development and implementation of financial and operational metrics, dashboards, and capital expenditure planning. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.How You Can Stand OutIt would be impressive if you have one or more of these:Advanced degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or related fieldPossess CPA designationTwo or more years of experience in a US government Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) contracting environmentExperience with baseline planning and scheduling, forecasting, and estimating, and/or cost/schedule integration techniquesKnowledge of governmental and government contractor budgeting systems and practicesKnowledge of cost accounting standards (CAS)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. (Min - Mid - Max)$142,384 - $167,377 - $192,290Pay Basis: AnnualWays 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. 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 [email protected].
Space Systems Architecture Engineer
Company: The Aerospace Corporation
Location: Washington DC
Posted Sep 23, 2023
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. SAD applies and develops disciplined system architecting principles and leads cross-functional teams to provide impactful guidance to assist our customers in making key acquisition, operational, and enterprise management decisions.What You'll Be Doing Apply and develop disciplined system architecting methods, processes, and tools in a broad range of architecture-level assessment, modeling, analysis, and conceptual design activitiesApply and develop innovative methods, processes, and tools to architect and implement model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering (DE) capabilitiesUse, develop, and integrate analytical methods and tools to evaluate architectural concepts and system conceptual designs for cost, schedule, performance, risk, resilience to disruptive events or threats, and other characteristicsInform system architecting and acquisition decisions with expertise in relevant systems, technologies, threats, policy, and the industrial base in the space and/or nuclear weapons domainsCollaborate with other Aerospace personnel to marshal technical expertise in multiple technical disciplines and domains to enable concurrent engineering approaches to address complex problemsWork with Aerospace program office, customer, and contractor personnel to elicit and identify needs, requirements, and constraints for studies; build cross-disciplinary teams; scope, plan, and execute the study; and effectively communicate task status, methods, results, and recommendations in briefings and formal technical reportsWhat You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in engineering, math, science, or related technical disciplineRelevant work and/or graduate school experience, typically 2 years, in system or enterprise architecting, systems engineering, model-based systems engineering, or digital engineeringRelevant work and/or graduate school experience, typically 2 years, in space systems or nuclear weapons systemsExcellent interpersonal and networking skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse set of collaboratorsExcellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present methods and results effectively in briefings, formal reports, and informal communicationsExceptional time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projectsAbility to learn new skills and acquire knowledge through self-study and proactive engagement with mentors and subject matter expertsWilling to travel [domestically/internationally] approx. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.How You Can Stand OutIt would be impressive if you have one or more of these:Advanced degree in engineering, math, science, or related technical disciplineDemonstrated success in organizing and leading cross-functional, cross-organizational teams to execute studies and assessments and generate quality products3 years relevant experience in system or enterprise architecting, systems engineering, model-based systems engineering in Cameo or Sparx, or digital engineeringMore relevant work and/or graduate school experience, greater than 3 years, in space systems or nuclear weapons systemsHands-on experience with system or enterprise modeling in the Systems Modeling Language (SysML), Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), or Unified Profile for DoDAF and MODAF (UPDM)Current active US government issued security clearanceWays 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. From systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization, astrodynamics, orbital debris, navigation, failure analysis, mission assurance, cost and schedule assessment, and economic market analysis, SED exploits an incredibly broad array of engineering and business disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs and national challenges.The Space Architecture Department (SAD) provides technical expertise and leadership in architecture methods, processes, and tools to a broad range of customers, including National Security Space (NSS) and other defense programs, NASA, NOAA, NNSA, and others. A few highlights include:Comprehensive health care and wellness plansPaid holidays, sick time, and vacationStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options401(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 hireFlexible spending accountsVariable pay program for exceptional contributionsRelocation assistanceProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your careerEducation assistance programsAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respectWe are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. Members of SAD participate in and lead architecture trade studies, architecture conceptualization studies, architecture modeling tasks, and program assessment analyses at multiple levels of complexity, ranging from prototype systems to full scale acquired systems to complex systems of systems to missions and enterprises. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 10%This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. 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 [email protected].
Senior MW/MT/MD Modeling and Simulation Engineer
Company: The Aerospace Corporation
Location: El Segundo
Posted Sep 23, 2023
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. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. A few highlights include:Comprehensive health care and wellness plansPaid holidays, sick time, and vacationStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options401(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 hireFlexible spending accountsVariable pay program for exceptional contributionsRelocation assistanceProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your careerEducation assistance programsAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respectWe are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. The selected candidate will interact directly with government customers as well as Aerospace program office personnel in the El Segundo, CA, Chantilly, VA, Huntsville, AL, and Colorado Springs, CO, areas and collaborate closely with Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) and program office personnel..What You'll Be DoingProvide technical expertise and project leadership in the modeling and analysis of MW/MT/MD sensors and systems and their broader system-of-systems architecturesConduct a range of analysis using a framework of modeling, simulation and analysis capabilities including in-house, custom and commercially available/government provided modeling toolsAnalyze electro-optical (EO), radar and passive radio frequency sensor concepts, architectures, and algorithmsModel Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) signal processing algorithms both on-board and ground-based and analyze performanceAssess ballistic and non-ballistic missiles, advanced threats (dim or highly maneuverable targets), model tracking and track custody behaviorsSensor constellation performance analysisWhat You Need to be SuccessfulMinimum Requirements:Degree in mathematics, electrical or aerospace engineering, physics, computer science or equivalent, or a Bachelor's degreeExperience in systems engineering analysis of EO/IR space or airborne surveillance systems including system-of-systems architectures, system and sensor level evaluation and simulation, mission performance assessment with emphasis on single and multi-target tracking, detection and estimation, sensor tasking and scheduling, system error analysis, and system integrationDeveloped computer tools, simulations, and/or algorithms to support analyses of interdisciplinary support teams and performing general and specific systems engineering trades assessmentsBackground in statistics, estimation, controls, signal processing or a related field with experience developing and implementing EO/IR missile detection, missile warning, or missile tracking algorithmsFluent in at least one the following programming languages; C++, Python, C, Java, MATLABDemonstrated technical proficiency in analysis and technical leadership within the MW/MT/MD missionGood interpersonal communication and briefing skills along with the ability to work independently and interact effectively with high-level government, Aerospace, and contractor personnelThis position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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:Advanced technical degree in mathematics, electrical or aerospace engineering, physics, computer science or equivalent10 or more years of applicable experienceExperience in the development, analysis and evaluation of mission processing algorithms, to include target detection, clutter suppression, closely spaced object resolution, tactical parameter estimation (TPE), and/or multi-target tracking Experience with EO/IR system design trade studies, technology insertion, requirements definition to support architecture evolution of tracking systemsExperience in researching, developing and applying advanced and innovative techniques for algorithm developmentProvided EO/IR algorithm and/or system functionality assessmentsA current and active TS/SCI clearanceWe offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. 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 [email protected]. (Min - Mid - Max)$149,000 - $167,000 - $185,000Pay Basis: AnnualWays 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. The selected candidate will provide analytical support, systems engineering and architecting, and modeling and simulation support for government customers in missile warning/missile tracking/missile defense (MW/MT/MD) mission area to include resiliency analysis.
Technician III / Technician IV - Tetra Etch Lab
Company: Ball Aerospace
Location: Greater Boulder Area
Posted Sep 24, 2023
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor. HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR TECHNICIAN IV: $27.40 - $36.78 per hour (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) Must be able to work in a team environment with engineers, assemblers, technicians, customers and auditors. Must be able to pass in-house certifications including personal protective equipment, hazardous waste, hazard communication, crane, and cleanroom practices. Compensation & Benefits: HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR TECHNICIAN III: $24.52 - $33.89 per hour (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) A current, active Secret security clearance is required. Must be able to use Microsoft Windows operating system, including Excel, Outlook and Word. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment. Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor's or Master's, may substitute for two years of related experience.
Senior Systems Administrator
Company: Ball Aerospace
Location: Greater Denver Area
Posted Sep 24, 2023
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor. Solid troubleshooting skills (OS, Applications, Network, etc). Customer service oriented, excellent communication and listening skills, organizational skills, ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams, be self-motivated, detail oriented, etc. Compensation & Benefits: HIRING SALARY RANGE: $111,000 - $154,500 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) Preferred skills: Experience with Linux servers, scripting and support. Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IAC) and cloud-based technologies (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure Cloud, Terraform, Kubernetes) Experience with VMWare technologies (vSphere ESXI, vCenter, vRealize Operations Manager, Tanzu, NSX) Experience with Scripting tools (Ansible,) Flexible On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site for three or more days per work week. Each higher-level degree, i.e., Associate's, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for additional years of experience. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment. Excellent documentation skills, organization skills, and the ability to interact with team members cross-functionally.
Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
Company: The Aerospace Corporation
Location: El Segundo
Posted Sep 24, 2023
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. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. A few highlights include:Comprehensive health care and wellness plansPaid holidays, sick time, and vacationStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options401(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 hireFlexible spending accountsVariable pay program for exceptional contributionsRelocation assistanceProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your careerEducation assistance programsAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respectWe are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. (Min - Mid - Max)$41.13 - $55.42 - $69.71Pay Basis: HourlyWays 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. 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 [email protected]. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.Minimum Requirements Level IV:9+ years of relevant experience with High School DiplomaAdvanced understanding of the Risk Management Framework and Assessment & Authorization processesExperience implementing the following policies: NIST 800-53, DAAPM, and related IA doctrineMust possess DoD 8570 Certification (Security+, CISSP, CISM)DoD Secret clearance (or higher)- This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. You will serve as the Information Assurance Specialist responsible for interpreting and applying government customer policies while displaying leadership competencies related to velocity as a part of our strategic imperatives.Work ModelOnsite - El Segundo, CAWhat You'll Be DoingAs an Information Assurance Specialist, you will be expected to support the following areas: The establishment, monitoring, and maintenance of classified information systems security compliance posture under the Risk Management Framework from conception through decommission Assist the ISSM in meeting the organizations responsibilities related to classified information systemsEnsure approved procedures are in place and executed for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and mediaDevelop policies and procedures regarding data handling, computers, and networksCoordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or system configurations with the ISSM and Authorization OfficialThe creation and maintenance of information system Assessment & Authorization packages utilizing the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)The incident handling process of classified information system related incidents The transfers of data for users between systems of like and differing classification levelsConduct continuous monitoring of classified information systemEnsure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documentedProvide guidance and knowledge transfer to junior ISSO team membersManage the enterprise's collateral wide area networkWhat You Need to be SuccessfulMinimum Requirements Level III:5-8 years of relevant experience with High School DiplomaAdvanced understanding of the Risk Management Framework and Assessment & Authorization processesExperience implementing the following policies: NIST 800-53, DAAPM, and related IA doctrineMust possess DoD 8570 Certification (Security+, CISSP, CISM)DoD Secret clearance (or higher)- This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government.
Systems Engineer II - Mission Modeling
Company: Ball Aerospace
Location: Greater Denver Area
Posted Sep 24, 2023
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.LI-SH2 Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment. Experience in systems engineering processes, including requirements development, concept of operations, requirement allocation, change management, verification, and validation. Willingness to work in all phases of hardware program execution, including early planning, design reviews, manufacture, assembly, integration, test, sell-off, and on-orbit mission operation. Ability to develop and analyzing mission concepts, including space, launch, and ground components. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment. Verification that your current security clearance or government customer access meets the requirement for this position will be required.Relocation for this position is available.Compensation & Benefits:HIRING SALARY RANGE: $108,000 - $133,500 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. A current, active Top Secret security clearance is required. Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Excellent analytic modeling capabilities.
Senior DSP and SDR Engineer
Company: The Aerospace Corporation
Location: Washington DC
Posted Sep 24, 2023
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. In DEED, we are engaged in modeling and simulation, prototyping, and creating communication testbeds. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain this level of security clearance.Minimum Requirements for Sr. Engineering Specialist:All of the above requirements for DSP and SDR EngineerMinimum of 12-years of experience solving technical problems in the areas of communications, signals collection, and data processing in progressively more responsible rolesDemonstrated ability to architect and implement digital processing and SDR system solutions with real-world performance requirementsExperience leading development projects and mentoring junior staffHow You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:Possess an active U.S. Government Security ClearanceAdvanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical disciplineProficiency with a variety of popular SDR or FPGA tools such as GNURadio, Vivado, or ModelSimExperience working with experts in the fields of antenna systems, RF systems, SIGINT processing, communications systems and hardware prototypingExperience with Linux-based DSP systems that span across CPUs, FPGAs, GPUs, and SDR platformsStrong background in scientific programming using languages such as C, C++, Fortran, Julia, or Python.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 plansPaid holidays, sick time, and vacationStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options401(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 hireFlexible spending accountsVariable pay program for exceptional contributionsRelocation assistanceProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your careerEducation assistance programsAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respectWe are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret SSBI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. What You'll Be Doing Job Summary:The chosen individual will be joining the Digital Electronics and Electromagnetics Department as an experienced engineer who works both independently and as a member of project teamsSolving technical problems in the areas of communications, signals collection, and data processingDeveloping experiments and prototypes in our laboratory facilities that include extensive SDR hardware, FPGA development systems, and RF signals test and measurement equipmentSupporting customer programs by performing research, analysis, development, and assessments of signal processing algorithm implementations on operational hardwareProviding subject matter expertise in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Software Defined Radios (SDR)Supporting our DOD and Intelligence customers with primary support to the National Reconnaissance OfficeUsing your technical abilities and insights to keep ongoing development programs successful and to influence future missionsWhat You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for Engineering Specialist:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical disciplineMinimum of 8-years experience in solving technical problems in the areas of communications, signals collection, and data processingExperience in a laboratory environment working with SDRs or FPGAs, and associated test equipmentExperience in developing and implementing DSP algorithms with real-world performance requirements on either CPU or FPGA-based platformsExperience working with customers and on project teamsWilling to travel domestically up to 10% of time. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.Main-mission - communication satellites, wideband links, command and telemetry, and terrestrial networks, along with their enabling technologies, are the domain of the Communication Technologies and Engineering Division (CTED).
RF / Antenna Engineer - (On-site)
Company: The Aerospace Corporation
Location: Washington DC
Posted Sep 24, 2023
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. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. A few highlights include:Comprehensive health care and wellness plansPaid holidays, sick time, and vacationStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options401(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 hireFlexible spending accountsVariable pay program for exceptional contributionsRelocation assistanceProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your careerEducation assistance programsAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respectWe are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. Level determined will be commensurate with experience.What You'll Be Doing:Developing laboratory prototypes through a process that includes designing, building, and testing hardware systems (antennas, RF systems, and digital systems)Analyzing and testing antennas, RF systems, and digital systems Learning antenna and RF analysis tools such as HFSS, GRASP, and ADSPerforming modeling and simulation projects that include a combination of unique design work and independent analysis work to verify contractor designs and approachesConducting prototype testing, including writing test plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), operating test equipment, generating test reports, and supporting troubleshootingSupporting efforts that involves end-to-end system prototyping involving antennas, RF, and digital processingUtilizing laboratory facilities including our anechoic chamber, RF signals lab, and remote testing vehicle for performance testing, prototype development, and contractor oversightJoining the Digital Electronics and Electromagnetics Department as an early-career engineer who works both independently and as a member of project teams.What You Need to be Successful:Minimum Requirements - (Member of Technical Staff ):Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical disciplineMinimum of 2-years of experience supporting in either RF or Antenna design and projectsExperience working in a laboratory environment working with RF or antenna hardware and testing equipmentExperience using commercial and/or custom modeling and simulation tools for RF or antenna analysisWilling to travel domestically up to 10% of timeThis position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SSBI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain this level of security clearance.Minimum Requirements - (Senior Member of Technical Staff):All of the above requirements for RF/Antenna Engineer - MTSMinimum of 5-years of relevant experience in progressively more responsible rolesExperience working independently and managing individual taskingExperience providing deliverables and briefing management and or customers on project progress.How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited universityExperience in both RF and antenna analysis and designProficiency with a variety of popular analysis tools such as Matlab, ADS, Microwave Office, HFSS, and GRASP.Experience working with experts in the fields of antenna systems, RF systems, SIGINT processing, communication systems and hardware prototyping.A background in scientific programming using languages such as C, C++, Fortran, Python, or Julia.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. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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 [email protected]. 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.At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.Main-mission - communication satellites, wideband links, command and telemetry, and terrestrial networks, along with their enabling technologies, are the domain of the Communication Technologies and Engineering Division (CTED). *This position will 100% on-site in Chantilly, VA.**This position can either be filled as a Member of Technical Staff or Senior Member of Technical Staff.
Trajectory Optimization Analyst
Company: The Aerospace Corporation
Location: El Segundo
Posted Sep 25, 2023
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. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. A few highlights include:Comprehensive health care and wellness plansPaid holidays, sick time, and vacationStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options401(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 hireFlexible spending accountsVariable pay program for exceptional contributionsRelocation assistanceProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your careerEducation assistance programsAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respectWe are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.Senior Member of Technical StaffSame requirements as a Member of Technical Staff noted above, in addition to:5 years of applicable professional experience of flight mechanics, maneuver optimization, hypersonic vehicle modeling, or trajectory modeling and simulation, particularly to non-traditional orbit regimes is requiredHow You Can Stand OutIt would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Member of Technical Staff or Senior Member of Technical StaffAdvanced degree in aeronautical, astronautical engineering, physics or applied mathematics, or related disciplines is strongly desiredEight years of applicable professional experience of flight mechanics, maneuver optimization, hypersonic vehicle modeling, or trajectory modeling and simulation, particularly to non-traditional orbit regimes is preferredGraduate Level Course work, research and/or experience in one or more of the following areas: Orbit mechanics, hypersonic flight simulation, optimal control, flight mechanics, trajectory modeling and simulationThe ability to obtain and maintain a TS//SSBI (SCI) clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government, is strongly preferred U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance (applicant will be submitted for this clearance upon hiring if they do not currently possess it)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. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. The Trajectory Optimization Analyst will provide trajectory optimization and analysis support for our nation's most difficult problems across a variety of vehicle types (launch vehicles, missiles, spacecraft, hypersonic vehicles, and reentry vehicles) and domains (Earth-centric, cislunar, and occasionally interplanetary missions).This full-time position will be an onsite model based in Colorado Springs, CO or El Segundo, CA with occasional remote flexibility as the business needs allow.This position is available as a Member of Technical Staff or Senior Member of Technical StaffWhat You'll Be Doing:Support the evolving US national space enterprise by working on the hardest and most complex flight mechanics, optimization, and astrodynamics problems from conceptual design studies through operations and end-of-life phases.What You Need to be SuccessfulMinimum Requirements:Member of Technical Staff Bachelor's degree in aeronautical, astronautical engineering, physics or applied mathematics, or related disciplines is requiredTwo years of experience of flight mechanics, maneuver optimization, hypersonic vehicle modeling, or trajectory modeling and simulation, particularly to non-traditional orbit regimes is requiredProficiency in one or more of the following programming languages: C, C++, Fortran, Python, or MATLABWorking knowledge of optimization theory and advanced numerical methodsThis position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. 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 [email protected]. (Min - Mid - Max)$70,999 - $123,920 - $176,842Pay Basis: AnnualWays 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. Comprised primarily of highly-trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; orbital mechanics; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments.The Trajectory Design and Optimization Department is looking for highly talented and motivated candidates to join our growing team.