Engineering Manager - Intelligent Ops and Software Integration

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.
Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as continuous integration and continuous deployment, software architectural patterns, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in software architecture, software engineering, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our IC, DoD, and civilian customers.
The Engineering Application Department is part of the Information Systems and Cyber Division. The department performs development and research focused on advanced visualizations, immersive technologies, web technologies, and software delivery for our government and civil customers. The Intelligent Ops and Software Integration team is focused on supporting our customer laboratories in software solutions they include life and characterization software, software delivery, middleware development, and data visualizations.
This position is a hybrid work model and can sit partially remote with some onsite work required in El Segundo, CA.
What You'll Be Doing

• Support industry leading scientists and engineers in the development of maintainable cloud native and stand-alone data visualization applications as well as the development backend service-oriented architecture components
• Provide technical leadership for operational support, application architecture and development, continuous integration and continuous deployment, middleware development, and software interface development for laboratory equipment
• Work with subject matter experts and scientists to develop laboratory applications which enable modeling and simulations of space capabilities
• Provide engineering assistance in the use, support, and training for Intelligent Ops & Software Integration tools, resources, facilities, and applications
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend opportunities for new capabilities and research
• Work closely with customers to coordinate tasking, facilitate communication, report progress, resolve technical issues, and ensure customer expectations are met
• Plan and direct activities related to employee career path development
• Coordinate overall preparation and presentation of technical reports, briefings, and analyses prepared by section
• Complete annual performance reviews of direct reports
• Interface with a wide variety of Engineering and Technology Group (ETG), launch, satellite, and other program office customers
• Synergize with other organizations and corporate initiatives to optimize engineering talent usage across organizations

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:

• B.S. in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering or related discipline
• Demonstrated proficiency in object-oriented programming language and Python
• Knowledge of Continuous Integration best practices
• Work experience in Linux OS
• Agility to quickly learn new programming languages
• Ability to work both independently, and cooperatively within a team
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance, which is issued by the US government. US citizenship is required to obtain a clearance

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

• Project leadership is strongly preferred
• Work experience with supporting laboratories with software infrastructure and application development
• Demonstrated self-motivation and willingness to take initiative strongly preferred
• Ability to work both independently, as a team leader, and cooperatively within a team is strongly preferred
• Proficiency in C++/JAVA, Python, and REACT/MEAN is highly desirable
• Work experience with a wide variety of Aerospace Corporation customers, programs, and engineering divisions is strongly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of customers and staff is strongly preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills are strongly preferred
• Ability to form and lead highly productive intra- and inter-organizational teams is desirable
• Experience as a mentor is desirable

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 The Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law and the supplement, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.