Corporate Strategy Specialist II/III

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
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 Corporate Strategy Office is a fast-paced, highly visible organization working multiple roles as the CEO/EVP Chief of Staff, lead strategy facilitator, and behind-the-scenes Corporate Officer collaborator. Operating in an extremely fast-paced environment, the Corporate Strategy Office reaches across the entire organization to bring relevant resources and information related to the highest corporate priorities. This position is a two-year rotational assignment.
Work Model: Telecommuting two days per week is possible depending on business needs.
What You'll Be Doing

• Supports and coordinates Board of Trustee meetings, executive offsites, and leadership team conferences
• Prepares and develops materials and briefings providing exposure to solving critical customer problems
• Research and prepare materials that assess and communicate the corporation's achievements to the Board of Trustees including but not limited to the quarterly strategic progress reports, and the semi-annual and annual corporate management incentive program performance reports
• Facilitate weekly agenda for Executive Team Meetings with C-Suite executives, capture discussion highlights and track progress of key business activities
• Draft messaging to communicate important initiatives across Leadership Team and partners
• Produce consolidated reporting, including tracking, reporting of internal documents that require coordinating data and information from around the corporation
• Develop and maintain collaborative partnership with executives, senior leaders, and collaborators to achieve project objectives and deliverables for the overall goals of the corporation
• Participate in the design and delivery of corporate strategic-level events
• Perform and direct informational studies that provide decisional data in support of crucial corporate planning

What You Need to be Successful - Specialist II
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, business administration or other related field
• Two or more years of experience in the business/communications function
• Experience with coordinating logistics for executive meetings and special events with a proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
• Capacity to find definition in unclear/abstract guidance
• Level of comfort working with senior executives and maintaining a high-level of confidentiality that will allow you to discuss sensitive topics, follow-up on assignments, and collect inputs to drive actions to closure
• Focus to stay engaged in discussions while applying discretion to know how/when to switch between active and passive roles
• Organizational skills to regularly plan and implement quick-moving concurrent projects
• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 5%
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

What You Need to be Successful - Specialist III
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, business administration or other related field
• Four or more years of experience in the business/communications function
• Experience with project management and supporting corporate-wide initiatives or programs and ensuring deliverables and timelines are achieved
• Capacity to find definition in unclear/abstract guidance
• Level of comfort working with senior executives and maintaining a high-level of confidentiality that will allow you to discuss sensitive topics, follow-up on assignments, and collect inputs to drive actions to closure
• Focus to stay engaged in discussions while applying discretion to know how/when to switch between active and passive roles
• Organizational skills to regularly plan and implement quick-moving concurrent projects
• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 5%
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Advanced degree in an area related to business or technical strategy, e.g., MBA, MPP, M.S.
• Insight into the corporation's partner organizations
• Experience in collecting/analyzing data AND being able to use that data to showcase key trends and tell a story
• Enthusiasm to partner collaboratively and directly with the top-leaders and key team members in Aerospace
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and prioritize effectively
• Prior experience with Microsoft Office 365 products
• Previous experience working with C-suite executives
• Familiarity with the defense, intel community, or civil space industry

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Mid - Max)
$27 - $38 - $50
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from 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. 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. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [email protected]. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.