MTS: Enterprise & Technology Assessments

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.
Member of Technical Staff in the Enterprise and Technology Assessments (ETA) group at the Aerospace Corporation is a role involving a variety of work centering on the production of technical, cost, and schedule assessments and other types of studies for civil and national security space customers. The responsibilities of this role also include the curation and maintenance of a digital repository of related data to facilitate assessments and the presentation of results both internally and externally. The ability to adapt and flex to meet organizational needs is critical for executing this role.
The Enterprise and Technology Assessments (ETA) Department at the Aerospace Corporation provides technical support and assessments to NASA technology programs, and conducts technical risk, cost, and schedule assessments of non-space programs, including large scientific observatories and environmental test facilities.
ETA is seeking a candidate for a Member of Technical Staff position located in El Segundo, CA or Pasadena, CA. A telework position is also possible.
What You'll Be Doing

• Support senior staff on enterprise and technology assessment studies that support NASA, NSF, and DoD customers in agency-level strategic decision making on future ground programs and cutting-edge technology projects.
• Collect, organize, maintain, and curate digital archives of technical and programmatic data on ground systems.
• Contribute to technical analyses related to programmatic cost and schedule analyses of space and ground systems, applying technical expertise and writing skills.
• Synthesize analysis, present findings, and produce written reports for presentation to senior staff and customers.

What You Need to Be Successful
Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in engineering, science, or equivalent technical discipline
• 2 or more years of increasingly responsible and related engineering/scientific experience
• A core set of technical skills and the proven ability to apply those skills to other domains
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present methods and results effectively in briefings, formal reports, and informal communications
• Ability to work with multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal skills for developing and maintaining business relationships with new and existing customers
• This position requires the 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 the following:

• 5 or more years of work experience in engineering or a scientific field
• Experience working with US Government agencies, such as DoD, NASA, NSF, or DOE.
• Additional degrees, certifications, or proven expertise in areas such as mechanical design, cost estimation, and/or information technology
• Experience in cross disciplinary activities and the ability to be adaptable, leveraging experience and expertise to take on new tasking that may be somewhat outside of one's domain
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational needs, including the ability to identify and anticipate those needs, and then develop capabilities and conceptualize solutions to address those needs.
• Experience in the production of technical studies with a strong set of team, organizational, and communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts across internal and external organizations.
• Experience reviewing or assessing contractor technical, schedule, or cost information.
• Experience applying analytical or programming skills, such as with Excel or Visual Basic, to streamline and automate processes
• Current or prior possession of security clearance

Grade-Based Pay Range
(Min - Mid - Max)
$80,000 - $100,000 - $120,000
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.