Enterprise Integration Project Engineer

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 117,300 - 226,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

401(k) Plan with company contributions

Flexible work schedules and telework options

Education assistance programs

Job summary

Aerospace Corporation is looking for a Project Engineer to work on systems engineering for space control capabilities in El Segundo, CA. The role involves identifying integration risks and ensuring effective technical communication across project boundaries.

The successful candidate will need at least 8 years of experience in National Security Space systems and a relevant Bachelor's degree. This on-site position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in National Security Space systems required.
• Familiarity with systems engineering activities for space systems.
• Current TS/SCI security clearance with U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Identify integration risks and issues in systems engineering.
• Develop technical guidance for space enterprise systems integration.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on space control integration.

Skills

Systems of Systems Engineering

Analytical approaches

Communication

Initiative

Collaboration

Technical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or computer science

Job description

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 Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG uniquely supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, while providing a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise.

Aerospace is seeking an innovative systems engineer and technical leader to address complex integration challenges for contested space capabilities in support of the Mission Integration Subdivision's Space Control Department.

The Enterprise Integration Project Engineer will be responsible for technical integration efforts for space control mission threads, performing Systems of Systems Engineering (SoSE) to identify and articulate integration risks, issues, and gaps (RIGs). This role requires objectively evaluating integration approaches, effectively collaborating across organizational boundaries, and clearly communicating complex technical issues to diverse stakeholders. Operating in close collaboration with the Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO) at Space Systems Command (SSC), this position will focus on the integration of space domain awareness, operational intelligence, and counter‑space operations across the National Security Space Enterprise. This position requires close coordination across SSC and mission partner organizations to identify and drive critical space control RIGs to drive closure. Working side‑by‑side with government counterparts and other FFRDC personnel, this highly‑visible position will tackle some of the most urgent space control integration challenges facing the USSF, requiring incisive technical analysis and the ability to exert influence.

The selected candidate will be required to work full‑time, on‑site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform Systems of Systems Engineering (SoSE) to identify integration risks, issues, and gaps.
• Apply innovative analytical approaches and SoSE methodologies to uncover integration challenges.
• Work across program, mission, and stakeholder boundaries to champion enterprise perspectives and articulate integration RIGs in Aerospace assessments on program roadmaps and systems engineering artifacts.
• Develop technical guidance and inform technical assessments, leveraging Aerospace ETG resources when appropriate to augment technical products in support of space enterprise systems integration.
• Influence programs and stakeholders to drive closure of identified RIGs through technical credibility and effective communication.
• Collaborate closely and effectively with government, Aerospace, other FFRDC and contractor support personnel.

What You Need to Be Successful

Minimum Requirements for a Project Engineer – Enterprise Systems Engineering

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science or other applicable degree.
• 8 or more years of experience in relevant engineering/technical/operational aspects of National Security Space systems.
• Familiarity with multi‑disciplinary systems engineering activities for space systems.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, think critically, and identify complex technical issues.
• Proven ability to work in a dynamic environment and be responsive to management/customer requests.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate technical issues clearly to diverse audiences.
• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 10 %.
• Current TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain additional clearances, which are issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Minimum Requirements for Senior Project Engineer – Enterprise Systems Engineering

• 12 or more years of experience in relevant engineering/technical/operational aspects of National Security Space systems.
• Proven experience leading or contributing to multidisciplinary systems engineering activities for space systems.
• Proven experience taking initiative and delivering on commitments.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic environment, foster effective relationships, and be responsive to management/customer requests.

How You Can Stand Out

• Advanced degree from an accredited program in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science or other applicable degree.
• Proven experience with the development, integration, and operation of DoD and/or IC space and/or ground capabilities.
• Strong background in Systems of Systems Engineering (SoSE) methodologies and multi‑disciplinary systems engineering activities for space systems.
• Understanding of contested space operations and related mission areas.
• Familiarity with SSIO increment approach and enterprise capability frameworks.
• Knowledge of ongoing mission area activities within and outside of SSC.
• Experience working with customers from organizations outside of SSC.
• Experience working with integrated government, FFRDC, and SETA teams.
• Experience leveraging the breadth and depth of Aerospace ETG technical capabilities and resources.
• Current SAP/SAR accesses.

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.

$117,300.00 – $226,900.00 Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

• 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.

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal‑opportunity employer. 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 [e-mail]. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.