Senior Spacecraft Engineer

Company: The Aerospace Corporation
Location: Denver
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

In an era of dynamic change in space, Aerospace is addressing a generation of complex challenges. We operate the only federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) committed exclusively to the space enterprise. Our technical experts span every discipline of space-related science and engineering. Join our team and thrive in a career that matters to the world and you personally. You will partner with the Government to ensure mission success of the Space Force Development Corps to develop, acquire and deploy Next generation OPIR space assets that defend against, defeat, and deter aggressive adversary behavior in space. As--Next Generation Block 0 GEO (NGG)--space vehicle on-site engineer, your primary responsibilities will be to oversee Lockheed Martin program activities in the Denver/Waterton area. These activities include building, testing and integration of the spacecraft bus structures as well as RF and electronics units and subsystems, e.g., electrical power subsystem (EPS), command and data handling (C&DH) and communication (Comm) subsystems. You will be a critical resource to the program aiding in the early identification and mitigation of risks, providing awareness to off-site Aerospace and government managers, and enabling the responsive application of Aerospace resources for prompt resolution of issues to keep the program on schedule.Key Functions

• Work with contractors, government team (which includes Space Force, support contractor personnel) and team with the Engineering & Technology Group (ETG)--to ensure engineering processes and standards are applied to:
  • EPS, C&DH and Com digital and electronic units build, acceptance and qualification test
  • Spacecraft structure primary and secondary build, acceptance and qualification test
  • Engineering and design reviews, manufacturing reviews, test readiness reviews, test exit reviews, material review boards, failure review boards, and other technical and status reviews
  • Work with program office subject matter experts to help the contractor solve product development issues
  • Provide timely and accurate reporting on technical and quality issues of concern to the NGG program
  • Support Government decision making process by supplying sound, coordinated, and easily understood technical information
  • Monitor, assess and report progress NGG contractor design/build/test/integration status
  • Support cost, schedule and technical risk assessmentsQualificationsRequired
    • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline
    • 12 or more years relevant experience
    • Experience with commercial or military space system build and test process
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, customers, and other FFRDC personnel
    • Ability to work effectively from a remote site
    • Ability to obtain secret clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
    • Some travel is required
    • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skillsPreferred
      • Advanced degree in science or engineering is preferred
      • Familiarity with spacecraft electrical system engineering process or other major space system suppliers
      • Active secret clearance with ability to obtain top secretGrade-Based Pay Range(Min - Mid - Max)$117,027 - $192,281 - $267,534Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
        • A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
        • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
        • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
        • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
        • Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
        • 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, regardless of whether you contribute
        • Paid holidays and paid time off
        • Flexible spending accounts
        • Relocation assistance (if applicable)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--ieo.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review The Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law and-- the supplement , as well as the-- Pay Transparency Policy Statement .-- Posted 9 Days Ago Full time R001426 About Us A trusted partner. A national resource. A leader in the national security of space. We are The Aerospace Corporation. We take pride in our readiness to solve some of the most complex technical challenges in existence. With challenges spanning government to commercial, you'll have the unique opportunity to work on projects that are literally evolving our nation's space and launch capabilities. We all share a common passion and aspiration - to serve a mission much bigger than ourselves. When you join our team, you'll be part of a rare collection of thought leaders and game-changing innovators. Are you ready to launch your career? Aerospace employees working in organizations with technical responsibilities are required to obtain a Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship required for those positions.

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