Global Partnership Development Lead

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.
In this opportunity you will serve as the technical advisor to the government's Space Systems Command (SSC) International Affairs (IA) organization regarding Space Domaine Awareness (SDA) and assessments of current and potential partners' SDA sensors, operational concepts and enterprise capabilities.
You'll work together with international governments, industry, and other U.S. departments and agencies on space systems development and acquisition. Through close coordination with key U.S government entities, the Aerospace International Partnership team brings space systems expertise to develop space security cooperation with international partners that enhances the U.S. DoD space architecture's effectiveness and resiliency.
What You'll Be Doing

• Provide technical advice to USG customers on identifying and developing international partnerships and capabilities to integrate into US DoD space systems architecture
• Lead and facilitate exploratory and negotiating discussions with U.S. and international partners
• Collaborate with multiple missionaries to develop new partnerships and/or agreements operationally relevant to US war fighters
• Applying technical expertise and leadership skills for space systems acquisition to facilitate collaboration across various Aerospace and USG organizations, the SSC programs of record, and allied governments
• Advise and mentor others regarding directives, policies, and regulations for government international agreements
• Facilitate the application of the Arms Export Control Act while implementing the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) for armaments cooperation, export control, technology transfer and foreign disclosure

This is a 100% on-site work only.
What You Need to be Successful - Project Engineer

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering subject area (Aerospace, Mathematics, Physics, Data Science, Electrical, Computer, etc.) or a related technical field
• Eight or more years of related experience
• Experience in space systems acquisition, design, production, operations, and architectural development
• Ability to assess space architectural capabilities gaps/needs and identify potential international partnerships to address those areas
• Have soft-people skills along with technical competence to communicate mission requirements, interfaces, system design, specs and standards
• Ability to develop technical products to advance partnership developments
• Thrive in a fast past, agile environment that interacts with diverse audiences
• Willing to travel domestically/internationally approximately 25%
• This position requires a current and active Secret security clearance and an ability to obtain a TS/SCI with a polygraph, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

What You Need to be Successful - Sr. Project Engineer

• Meets minimum requirements for Project Engineer
• Twelve or greater years of applicable experience
• Proven operational and development work with at least one mission area across the SSC portfolio, such as Space Sensing, SATCOM, PNT, Space Domain Awareness, and Space C2

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

• An advanced degree from an accredited program in STEM areas like operations research, engineering, computer science, networking, cyber or related applicable technical field.
• Significant experience working the Arms Export Control Act, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), export control, technology transfer, and foreign disclosure matters and/or in supporting international armaments cooperation agreements
• Previous operational experience with SDA and Space C2 systems
• Knowledge and development experience of international armaments cooperation agreements
• Previous experience working with allied governments, other U.S. government agencies, academia, and industry
• Shown success in the presence of obstacles and challenges
• Validated ability to optimally work in team environment and be a positive contributing member
• Active Top Secret security clearance with special access controls (e.g. SCI, SAP)

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.