Senior Launch Systems Engineer

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 Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, developmental planning, system of systems engineering, and threat reduction to help shape future space missions across the national security space enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including, the United States Space Force, the Department of the Air Force, the Missile Defense Agency, U.S. Space Command, U.S. Strategic Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of services and support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers but also horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation.
Within DSG, the Space Innovation Directorate (SID) supports Space Systems Command (SSC), the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (Space RCO) and the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). Within SID the Responsive Space Branch supports the Space RCO customer and is seeking a Launch Systems Engineer to support launch processing, integration, and associated activities. The Space RCO is rapidly developing and fielding highly classified critical space capabilities for the space enterprise. The Launch Systems Engineer will actively participate in the Early Integration Study activities to ensure operationally dominant space capabilities are delivered at the speed of warfighting relevance.
Due to classified nature of work, it is required to be 100% onsite in Albuquerque, NM on Kirtland AFB
What You'll Be Doing

• Coordinate with Government, SETA, and contractor teams to conduct launch integration studies and processing
• Lead analysis and verification activities and manage integration efforts across the Space RCO portfolio
• Work closely with Material Leaders (O-6s and O-5s)
• Routinely present status updates to PEO and Technical Director (SES-2 and SES-1)
• Propose and provide innovative approaches to launch Space RCO systems in atypical timelines
• Identify risk areas and mitigation efforts to meet mission objectives
• Interface with multiple government agencies for rideshare opportunities

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:

• BS degree in engineering, mathematics, or physical sciences is required
• 12 or more years of progressively responsible experience in launch systems engineering or program management
• Demonstrated ability to form and lead teams
• Demonstrated ability to work in a highly dynamic Program Office environment with a mix of government, FFRDC, and SETA personnel
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; experience presenting and writing technical information
• Travel is required
• This position requires a Current TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government. US citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
• Eligibility for Special Access Programs

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

• Advanced degree in technical discipline (engineering, science, or math)
• Experience with current launch integration efforts through the nominal large and small launch timelines
• An excellent personal technical reputation and a record of personal technical achievement
• Program office and management experience
• Working knowledge of expertise from across the Aerospace corporation, especially subject matter experts and laboratory operations with the ability to support customer needs

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.