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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.

Job Transparency provides Ball Aerospace salary ranges for each role, allowing you to benchmark compensation against industry averages before you apply. Combined with employee sentiment scores and real‑time hiring data, you can prioritize positions that match your compensation expectations and organizational culture fit.

Technician II/Technician III - Metal Finish

Company: Ball Aerospace

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Aug 07, 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. Analyze, reduce, and record data. 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.) Compensation & Benefits: HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR TECHNICIAN II: $23.08 - $30.29 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. Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor's or Master's, may substitute for two years of related experience. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment. Relocation for this position is available. For details, copy and paste https://bit.ly/3pNSnxv into your browser or visit our careers site.

Advanced Systems Manager III - Satellite Communications (SATCOM)

Company: Ball Aerospace

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Aug 06, 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. Compensation & Benefits: HIRING SALARY RANGE: $157,500 - $216,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) Exceptional communication skills. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment. Advanced Degree preferred. A current, active Top Secret security clearance preferred. A current, active Secret security clearance is required. Demonstrated experience in program/project leadership. Relocation for this position is available.

Space Systems Engineer (MBSE)

Company: The Aerospace Corporation

Location: Remote

Posted Aug 05, 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. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in an appropriate technical discipline (Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, etc.) from a recognized institutionExperience with MBSE modeling languages, and tools:Modeling Languages such as SysML, UAFML and/or UPDMModeling Tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, Cameo Enterprise Architect, Sparx EA, Rhapsody, Cameo Collaborator, OpenMBEEModeling of aerospace systems at various domain levels such as architectures, vehicles, and/or payloadsKnowledge of core space, ground, launch, missile systems and other aerospace systems Must have current a current TS/SCI clearancePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCurrent active DOE-Q, Secret, TS, or TS/SCI clearanceMS or higher degree in systems engineering, aerospace engineering or relevant discipline2 or more years of related experienceKnowledge of MBSE methodologies such as MagicGrid, OOSEM, or SysMODExperience with Syndeia, Tom Sawyer, Tableau, web services interface, cloud computing, containerization, and microservicesFamiliarity with programming languages, such as Python and JavaFamiliarity with concurrent engineering methods and toolsExperience in all levels of space systems engineering including vehicle level and architecture levelRelevant OMG or INCOSE certificationsWe offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. 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 leverage a variety of MBSE modeling languages, methods, and tools that not only to help define system requirements and architectures, but also to estimate system design constraints such as performance, cost, and security.KEY FUNCTIONSDevelop and evaluate system models at different levels abstraction using a range of modeling languages and tools (SysML, UAFML, UPDM, Cameo, Sparx EA, Rhapsody etc.) We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. Our team members create, use, and evaluate engineering system models that describe and analyze complex space systems. 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 Software Architect for Modelling and Simulation Design and Integration

Company: The Aerospace Corporation

Location: Washington DC

Posted Aug 05, 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. We enable detailed and complex modeling, analysis, optimization, and visualization of satellite orbits, system architectures, and engineering trade-spaces to provide customer decision support for the future of space.What You'll Be Doing: Initiate and conduct efforts to grow and sustain the sub-division's modeling, simulation, and analysis capabilities to support new and existing functional areas, applying leadership and coordination across multi-disciplinary technical leaders, Aerospace Program Office personnel, and external customersPartner with sub-division analysis leads to exercise influence on key stakeholders and government customers by leading customer engagement efforts on a range of modeling and simulation workflows within the sub-division.Establish and maintain effective and enduring working relationships with key organizational customersMature technical expertise in the department through mentoring team members and directing workflow developmentDevelop and present timely and technically accurate briefings and reports that clearly communicate software development progress and provide recommended design solutions to technical leads, management, and customersManage the development and maintenance of one or more corporate M&S tools and associated workflows.Engage with software users and customers to refine capability requirementsConduct software architecture design and lead the integration of new workflows to meet customer needsWhat You Need to be SuccessfulMinimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or other related disciplines from an accredited universityProfessional experience in software development, engineering, mathematics, or other related disciplinesProficiency in one or more of the department's core computer languages (e.g., Fortran, C++, Python, Matlab, etc. 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 Modeling and Simulation Computing Department (MSCD) consists of a team dedicated to ground-breaking software solutions and capabilities for government and commercial customer needs. 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]. )Professional experience in technical writing and technical presentationDemonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary technical teams to successful delivery of complex projectsDemonstrated experience training and mentoring junior team membersExperience in designing modern software architectures for deployment on Windows and Linux platformsHow You Can Stand OutIt would be impressive if you have one or more of these:Graduate degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or other STEM-related discipline from an accredited universityProfessional experience with successfully developing new capabilities for analysis tools, workflows, or related effortsProfessional experience in space-related modeling, simulation, and analysisProfessional experience in advanced mathematical or physics topicsProfessional experience in modern software development, integration, and testing practicesExperience interfacing with program office personnel and government customersExtensive experience in modern software architecture design for deployment on Windows and Linux platformsWe 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)$98,294 - $159,916 - $221,537Pay 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.

Spacecraft Engineer I

Company: Ball Aerospace

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Aug 08, 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. Experience in developing specifications, design and analysis, documentation, and presentations. Compensation & Benefits: HIRING SALARY RANGE: $88,500 - $109,500 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) Knowledge of systems engineering roles and functions, including operations concept development, requirements management, functional analysis, interface definition and control, synthesis, and/or verification and validation. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment. For details, copy and paste https://bit.ly/3pNSnxv into your browser or visit our careers site. Relocation for this position is available. Operations room/floor at a customer facility. Excellent interpersonal skills, solid communication and presentation skills, and an ability to lead group discussions.

Scientist / Engineer: Space Domain Awareness Modeling & Analysis

Company: The Aerospace Corporation

Location: Colorado, CO

Posted Aug 06, 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. Twelve years of experience after bachelor's degree with remote sensing system modeling, simulation, design, data processing, calibration, characterization, phenomenology, and/or applications. Eight years of experience after bachelor's degree with remote sensing system modeling, simulation, design, data processing, calibration, characterization, phenomenology, and/or applications. Demonstrated experience with image reduction pipelines (i.e., removal of bias, gain correction etc. How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:Advanced degree from an accredited program in in Remote Sensing, Imaging Science, Astronomy, Physics, Mathematics, Atmospheric Science, Computer Science, Optical or Electrical Engineering, or another related discipline. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree from an accredited program in in Remote Sensing, Imaging Science, Astronomy, Physics, Mathematics, Atmospheric Science, Computer Science, Optical or Electrical Engineering, or another related discipline. 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. )Experience with agile software development and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).Experience with FORTRAN.Experience with evaluating sensor hardware performance.

Principal Engineer - Chief Architect - Human Exploration and Space Flight Division

Company: The Aerospace Corporation

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Aug 07, 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. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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.The Chief Architect of the H&ESF Division assists the General Manager in leading an organization of engineers providing technical and acquisition expertise along with critical recommendations to NASA's human space flight and space technology enterprise customers to achieve mission success across a large portfolio of space, ground, and user segments.The HE&SF Division focuses on delivering space exploration capabilities across multiple mission areas including launch vehicle and space vehicle development and integration, space system acquisition, system of systems architecture definition, planning and assessment, space technology maturation and application, launch and mission assurance, and systems engineering at all levels.Responsibilities of the Chief Architect include working directly with senior NASA and industry leadership to advise and collaborate in areas of space, ground, and user system acquisition development, assembly, integration, and test, and launch / initialization at the 'system of systems' or architecture level that integrates across a portfolio of elements and organizations.Additional responsibilities include collaborating across multiple NASA organizations and centers, as well as across the broader space enterprise in support of initiatives, technology on-ramp strategies, hosted payload opportunities, and production efficiency initiatives to promote space development and settlement as well as human exploration of the Moon, Mars and beyond.In addition to direct customer support, the Chief Architect will assist the General Manager in establishing the technical operating plans, managing STE allocation and funding, overseeing the quality of technical products, strategic planning, goals and objective setting, maintaining an integrated risk posture for each program, tracking external developments that may impact the mission area, staff recruitment and development, and building and enabling integrated teams to solve the customers' hardest problemsWhat You'll Be DoingAssist the General Manager in developing the division objectives and strategy consistent with the corporate goals, Civil Systems Group strategic plan, customer expectations, and provide direction and planning for achieving strategic goalsAnticipate the customer's future system-of-systems engineering needs, set the vision, and create an agile work force that can respond to the evolving needs of the NASA Moon-to-Mars customers at all levels of NASA.Drive and facilitate cross-agency customer coordination as well as across the Aerospace enterprise for collaboration on related initiatives and strategies for implementation of on-ramping technology enhancementsMaintain division focus on mission success from cradle to grave across the portfolio, track and communicate the risk posture, and facilitate enterprise teams as appropriate to provide viable solutions to mitigate mission risk and promote mission viability and strategic alignment to national policy.Assist the General Manager in developing the technical operating plans, budget control, staffing, succession planning, workforce needs, personnel development, customer interaction, and technical positionsPosition Aerospace in the highest value functions across the NASA portfolio, translate customer technical operating plans into technical priorities, manage budget constraints, plan and execute staffing as requiredTrack, understand, and advocate for the capabilities within HE&SF Division as well as across the CSG NASA-facing lines of business.Actively participate in customer senior decision forums across the portfolioEnsure staff is positioned to leverage the full extent of the Aerospace enterprise capabilities in solving the customer's hardest problems across the portfolioProvide leadership for setting goals and direction, mentoring, providing critical feedback, and coaching aimed at developing an agile technical staff and staff developmentEnsure timely support of staff to plan and execute launch and mission campaigns and fielding new and incremental capabilitiesAssist the General Manager in defining the organization structure, guide staffing, develop and grow the management teamWhat You Need to be SuccessfulMinimum Requirements:Minimum 15 years of relevant experience with space system-of-systems engineering and acquisitionBachelor's degree in engineering, science, mathematics or an appropriate technical disciplineKnowledge and familiarity with NASA, its institutions, and its programmatic content, including interrelationships between NASA's field centers and headquarters, NASA policies and best practices, and NASA's variety of system acquisition approaches.Demonstrated management skills across budget, staff development, planning, and customer accounts in the operation of an Aerospace line-of-business.Demonstrated ability to lead integrated multidisciplinary teamsStrong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills for interactions at all levelsStrong customer communication skills required to effectively engage customers and build a beneficial relationshipDemonstrated organizational agility, cross-program collaboration / sharingAbility to work across Corps / Aerospace organizations and influence outcomes utilizing objective factsAbility to make time-critical mission success decisions with ambiguous or incomplete dataExecutive leadership and strategic planning skillsOccasional travel requiredThis position requires a current secret security clearance and an ability to obtain TS/SCI. 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 clearanceHow You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:Advanced technical degreeExperience in leading major architectural studies, launch campaigns, fielding space systems, and executing complex mission operations across a campaign of discrete missionsAbility to integrate across a large acquisition portfolio across multiple mission domainsExperience with major system acquisitions across multiple segmentsKnowledge of mission assurance processes 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. 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. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Satellite Ground Systems Engineer I / Satellite Ground Systems Engineer II

Company: Ball Aerospace

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Aug 07, 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. Knowledge of related disciplines in software engineering, hardware engineering, integration, test engineering, quality engineering, configuration/data management. Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment. Experience in developing specifications, design and analysis, documentation, and presentations. HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR SATELLITE GROUND SYSTEMS ENGINEER II: $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.) Compensation & Benefits: HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR SATELLITE GROUND SYSTEMS ENGINEER I: $88,500 - $109,500 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) Knowledge of systems engineering roles and functions, including operations concept development, requirements management, functional analysis, interface definition and control, synthesis, and/or verification and validation. Experience in mission management, flight dynamics, or command & control domains. Excellent interpersonal skills, strong written communication skills, oral presentation skills, and an ability to lead group discussions. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.

Communication Systems Engineer - (Hybrid)

Company: The Aerospace Corporation

Location: El Segundo

Posted Aug 06, 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. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. 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. or Ph.D. in engineering, science, or mathematics, with advanced academic work in communication systems and signal processingStrong systems engineering experience such as the development, flow-down and verification of requirementsKnowledge of GPS/GNSS systems and digital signal processingExperience with prototype development and software-defined radios (SDRs)Experience with modern software-development practices and tools. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. Demonstrated ability to design and implement communication and signal processing simulations in MATLAB, Python, or C++Experience with the space industry, including commercial space, Space Force, and the Intelligence CommunityExperience with government acquisitions and source selection processesPossess an current and active U.S. Government issued Top-Secret level security clearance.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. What You'll Be DoingJob Summary:For the selected individual, they will be providing technical advice on satellite communication systems and signal processing to internal and external customersIndependently perform analysis, simulation, laboratory activities or systems engineering involvingPhysical and link-layer communicationDigital signal processing (DSP) algorithmsSophisticated communication systems simulationsSpace and terrestrial communication system architecturesCommunications link performance analysis evaluationPayload hardware design and evaluationMentor other engineers and university internsDevelop and implement innovative technical conceptsWhat You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related fieldMinimum of 5-years of experience in the design, analysis, simulation or modeling of communication systemsA strong understanding of digital signal processing/communication systems theory, including modulation, coding, and synchronizationExcellent oral and written communication skills, including delivering presentations and writing technical reportsFor this specific position and U.S. Government program, the chosen candidate will need to be of U.S. CTED provides solutions broadly covering architectures, policies, system design, performance, and development of cutting-edge prototypes in our laboratories. (Min - Mid - Max)$123,000 - $139,500 - $156,000Pay 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.

QC Inspector III / QC Inspector IV - Quality Assurance - Current TS/SCI Clearance Required

Company: Ball Aerospace

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Aug 06, 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. Troubleshoot inspection problems related to fixtures, software, drawings, documentation, or processes. HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR QC INSPECTOR 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.) Compensation & Benefits: HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR QC INSPECTOR 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 TS/SCI security clearance is required. Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor's or Master's, may substitute for two years of related experience. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment. For details, copy and paste https://bit.ly/3pNSnxv into your browser or visit our careers site. Relocation for this position is available.

Software Engineer

Company: The Aerospace Corporation

Location: Remote

Posted Aug 05, 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. 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:Graduate degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physics, or an Engineering discipline with experience in software engineering and development of technical and scientific softwareDistributed simulation experienceKnowledge of HLA, DIS, TENA, as well as other distributed simulation frameworks and communications frameworks, such as ActiveMQ, DDS, and KafkaExperience with graphics and presentation API's such as Dash, Worldwind, OpenGL, MatplotlibStrong background in C, C++, Swing, AWT, or JavaFXKnowledge of military or space systems such as sensors, guidance navigation and control (GNC), communications systems, or orbital mechanicsExperience with hardware-software interfacing and communications, or embedded systemsA current and active TS/SCI security clearance w/CI Poly security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government, is strongly preferred. 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. You may be the only software engineer on the team and will need to guide, advise, instruct, and mentor staff with little or no software engineering background.Maintain and enhance Java-based distributed simulation frameworks with multi-threaded architectures and develop new distributed simulation federates, pre- and post-simulation data processing, and visualization tools.Develop analytic tools and integrate tool chains to support studies for future satellite systems and architectures and interface with small satellite hardware, software and system emulators.Develop and modify algorithms to enhance simulation capabilities.You should have strong people management skills which includes: training, motivating and directing employees to optimize workplace productivity and promote professional growthWhat You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physics, or an Engineering discipline with experience in software engineering and development of technical and scientific software12 years of experience in Software Engineering/Development and/or an Engineering role involved with Software Engineering/DevelopmentKnowledge of physics-based space simulationsProficiency in Java with strong Object-oriented design (OOD) and development skill and background in multithreaded, multi-processor, networked and distributed systems and architectures.Working knowledge of Java GUI API's or willingness to learnSufficient knowledge of, or willingness to learn, C, C++, Fortran and MATLAB to extract or port critical code, familiarity with publish-subscribe architectures, Python and JSON and XML files often used for data exchange and API definitionsSound communication skills with an ability to explain software engineering processes, activities, architectures and designs, technologies, and operations to staff and customers with limited software engineering backgroundPerformance engineering experience focused on software runtime and efficiency including CPU utilization and memory usageExperience employing Agile, Scrum and/or Waterfall practices, methodologies, and techniques in the development of production, R&D, and/or prototype scientific, engineering, and technical softwarePrior experience leading small (2-4) teams or willingness to grow into such a roleWillingness to occasionally travel and to work off-business hours to support customer needs, approximately 25% (as required)This 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)$140,000 - $165,000 - $225,000Pay 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. 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 Vehicle Engineering Department (VED) is part of VSD, the premier satellite and launch vehicle technical organization within the Aerospace Corporation.

Security Specialist - CPSO

Company: The Aerospace Corporation

Location: Colorado, CO

Posted Aug 06, 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. U.S. 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)$47.51 - $63.42 - $79.32Pay 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]. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Ball Aerospace?
Working at Ball Aerospace means collaborating with a cross‑functional team of engineers, scientists, and program managers on missions that span Earth observation, deep‑space exploration, and national defense. Employees routinely tackle complex systems integration problems, attend design reviews with NASA and commercial partners, and receive mentorship from senior leaders. The company promotes a culture of continuous learning, offering tuition reimbursement, internal training programs, and access to cutting‑edge research facilities.
What types of positions are available at Ball Aerospace?
Ball Aerospace offers roles in software engineering, electrical and mechanical engineering, systems architecture, program management, test engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, data science, cybersecurity, and facilities management. Positions range from entry‑level engineers to senior program directors and are located in Tucson, AZ; Denver, CO; and remote options for certain technical roles.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Showcase domain‑specific expertise by highlighting projects that involved satellite subsystems, optics, or space‑grade software. Include measurable results—e.g., reduced test cycle time by 20% or improved sensor resolution by 15%. Tailor your resume to emphasize certifications such as Six Sigma, PMP, or aerospace‑specific training. Prepare for technical interviews by practicing system‑level problem solving, writing code in C/C++ or Python, and reviewing Ball Aerospace’s recent missions like the Earth Observing System (EOS) or the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) payload technologies.

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