Ground System Architect / Sr. Ground System Architect

The Aerospace Corporation; Chantilly; Sur place; EUR 100 000 - 195 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading aerospace firm in Chantilly seeks an Engineering Specialist to lead system architecture studies. The role involves working with multidisciplinary teams to support problem framing and trade space assessment in defense systems. Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s in engineering with at least 6 years' experience in space or defense domains, and possess strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $117,300 to $226,900 annually, with excellent benefits and the requirement for a Top Secret / SCI security clearance.

Prestations

Comprehensive health care

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of engineering experience in the space, intelligence, and/or defense domains.
• Ability to present methods and results effectively in briefings and reports.
• Available to travel domestically and internationally approx. 5-10%.

Responsabilités

• Lead and participate in system architecture studies of ground system concepts.
• Work with teams to elicit and identify needs, requirements, and constraints.
• Define system capabilities and requirements for architectures.

Connaissances

System or enterprise architecting

Ground system development

Mission processing

Excellent communication skills

Time-management skills

Formation

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, science, or related technical field

Outils

Model-Based Systems Engineering

Description du poste

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.

The Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace’s strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities.

The Architecture Concepts Department (ArCon) provides expertise in architecture methods, processes, and tools to an extremely broad range of customers, including National Security Space (NSS) and other defense programs, NASA, NOAA, NNSA, DHS, and others. ArCon staff participate in and lead architecture trade studies, architecture conceptualization studies, architecture modeling tasks, and program assessment analyses at multiple levels of complexity, ranging from prototype systems to full scale acquisition systems in the space, ground, communications, and network domains. ArCon applies disciplined system architecting principles and leads cross-functional teams to provide impactful guidance to assist our customers in making key acquisition and operations decisions.

Work Model : This position will follow an in-person work model with a minimum of 4 days per week of onsite work required at one of Aerospace’s campuses in Chantilly, VA, Colorado Springs, CO, or El Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead and participate in system architecture studies of ground system concepts, to include multi-disciplinary engineering teams, supporting problem framing, gap analysis, and trade space assessment

Work with Aerospace program office, customer, and contractor personnel as a technical subject matter expert to elicit and identify needs, requirements, and constraints for studies; mentor junior staff; support the scoping, planning, and execution of the study; and effectively communicate task status, methods, results, and recommendations in briefings and formal technical reports

Define system capabilities, system of systems interfaces, and requirements for space, ground, or intersegment system architectures to address user needs and perspectives

Collaborate with other Aerospace personnel to marshal technical expertise in multiple technical disciplines and domains to enable concurrent engineering approaches to address complex problems

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Engineering Specialist :

Bachelor of Science degree engineering, science, or a related technical field

At least 6 years of engineering experience in the space, intelligence, and / or defense domains

Proficiency in system or enterprise architecting, systems engineering, concept design, and / or model‑based systems engineering

Demonstrated experience in ground system development, mission control, or mission processing for space systems

Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present methods and results effectively in briefings, formal reports, and informal communications

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with teams, customers, Aerospace program offices, and contractors; to collaborate with other functional organizations within Aerospace; and to mentor and develop junior staff

Exceptional time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projectsand schedule commitments

Available and willing to travel domestically and internationally approx. 5-10%

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret / SCI security clearance issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for Senior Engineering Specialist include :

At least 10 years of substantive experience in the space, intelligence, and / or defense domains

Ability to identify problem space, assess trade options, and independently formulate courses of action

Demonstrated success in organizing and leading cross‑functional, cross‑organizational teams to execute studies and assessments and generate quality products

Experience developing and presenting strategic decision‑making and strategic communications artifacts for senior‑level management and technical architecture design artifacts for engineering‑level reviews

Ability to collaborate with employees, customers, acquisition program offices, and contractors

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these :

Advanced degree in engineering, math, science, or related technical discipline

A current and active Top Secret / SCI security clearance issued by the U.S. government.

More relevant work and / or graduate school experience, greater than 5 years, in system or enterprise architecting, systems engineering, or model‑based systems engineering

More relevant work and / or graduate school experience, greater than 5 years, in space or ground systems. Experience in ground system architectures, command and control, system of systems engineering, or system testand training are desired.

Experience with the Satellite Control Network (SCN) or Intelligence Community ground control networks

Experience with telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) or tactical command and control (C2)

Hands‑on experience with system or enterprise modeling in the Systems Modeling Language (SysML), Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), or Unified Profile for DoDAF and MODAF (UPDM)

Experience working closely with key Aerospacecustomer agencies in the defense and intelligence community, including strong knowledge of their domain and strong professional networks

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade‑based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$117,300 - $226,900 Pay Basis : Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple : every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who :

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

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 various 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.