Director for the Digital Electronics and Electromagnetics Department (OnSite)

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.
EXCITING TIMES AT AEROSPACE CORPORATION!
The Communications Technologies and Engineering Division (CTED) helps our customers solve the hardest problems in Satellite Communications, Signal Intelligence (SIGINT) and signal processing, and Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT). The organization provides solutions broadly covering architectures, policies, system design, performance, and development of cutting-edge prototypes in our laboratories. The division interacts with all major space customers to address their needs from terrestrial networks, ground stations and wireless systems to spacecraft, with a strong focus on robust and resilient communications.
We are seeking a highly motivated Director to lead the Digital Electronics and Electromagnetics Department (DEED). The DEED department primarily supports the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), Civil/Commercial work, and other US government customers. DEED aids in developing and acquiring innovative systems in the areas of communications, signal interception and processing, covert RF communications, wideband software-defined signal processing, and electronic warfare (EW).
We are experts in the technology areas of electromagnetics, antennas, RF and microwave electronics, and digital processing platforms. We perform modeling and simulation work and operate several laboratories that engage in prototyping, demonstrations, and field-testing work. These laboratory facilities have recently expanded to support a recent strategic thrust in the area of CubeSat through the establishment of the Payload Characterization and Environments (PACE) Lab. Absolutely Amazing!
What You'll Be Doing

• The chosen candidate will engage with staff, management, and customers to lead and manage the department
• Work with management to establish the organization's objectives, structure, staff, and resources and participate in budget planning and allocation of resources
• Hire workforce to meet customer demands and organizational objectives and participate in recruiting activities such as visiting universities and attending conferences
• Implement corporate policies and direct organization's security processes, compliance, and safety awareness
• Report organization's activities, progress, and achievements through written and oral reports to management, staff, and customers
• Promote and market the organization's capabilities to customers. Engage with customers and higher management in identifying areas to support and develop statements of work and statements of expectations
• Conduct staff performance reviews and recommend performance improvement, career development, and salary/promotion actions
• Ensure the technical quality of deliverables (reports, software, services, etc.) to customers and steward the knowledge management of work performed in the department
• Seek and identify opportunities for new business and plan and manage department research activities
• Assign and coordinate work activities with the organization along with participating in technical reviews and assessments

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or other area relevant to the organization's core expertise including Antennas, RF/Analog Electronics, Digital Signal Processing and hardware implementation and Wireless Communications
• Typically, 12-years of applicable professional experience with 4+ years of experience in a supervisory role is required
• Experience in people management skills, including recruiting, hiring, mentoring, staff development, and administering performance reviews
• Strong project management skills with demonstrated experience guiding prototyping or deliverable hardware developments
• Experience managing laboratory infrastructure and associated responsibilities such as safety, metrology, and maintenance
• Strong leadership skills and proven ability to lead staff covering a range of Electrical Engineering disciplines
• Recognized ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of corporate staff, support organizations, customers, and contractors
• Travel will be up to 10% of the time
• MUSTcurrently possess an active and current TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. Government for consideration.

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

• Advanced Degrees in a STEM field or equivalent is highly desirable
• 16+ years of applicable professional experience with 8+ years of experience in an organizational supervisory role is preferred
• Broad range of experience in the technical areas of department responsibility, including RF/antenna design, software defined radios (SDRs), digital signal processing and digital hardware development, and overhead signal collection
• Experience recruiting and hiring high quality talent in highly competitive fields such as SDRs, field programmable gate array (FPGA), and digital signal processing
• Track record of successfully managing research, overhead, and laboratory capital budgets
• Understanding of IC missions and programs
• Established relationships with ETG and Program Offices

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.