Head of Intelligent Operations & Software Integration

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays and vacation

Telework options

401(k) Plan with company match and on‑

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation, based in El Segundo, CA, is seeking an experienced software leader to guide cloud-native data visualization and backend services across multiple programs. You will mentor teams, define technical strategy, and collaborate with scientists to model space capabilities.

Ideal candidates bring 6+ years in rapid prototyping and software development, strong OO and agile experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Domestic travel up to 15% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in rapid prototyping, software development, SW/HW integration, SW/Cloud integration, immersive technology, UX/UI development, or similar fields.
• Proficiency in at least 2 general purpose languages (e.g. C/C++, Java, Python) and 1 modern web framework.
• Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment
• Demonstrated experience with Object-Oriented software development and familiarity with agile software development processes
• Proven ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders, presenting technical accomplishments and managing expectations
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for interactions at all organizational levels
• Willing to travel domestically up to 15%
• This position requires ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Responsibilities

• Support industry leading scientists and engineers in the development of maintainable cloud native and stand-alone data visualization applications as well as development of backend service-oriented architecture components
• Provide technical leadership in application architecture and development, continuous integration and continuous deployment, middleware development, and software interface development for laboratory equipment
• Work with subject matter experts and scientists to develop laboratory applications which enable modeling and simulations of space capabilities
• Interface with ETG, launch, satellite, and other program office customers
• Foster innovation by staying current with emerging technologies and industry best practice
• Develop and execute the technical strategy for the section in partnership with senior management, aligning team efforts with organizational goals
• Lead and mentor individuals and project teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence
• Serve as the technical point of contact for IOSI, representing the team to customer-facing groups, stakeholders, and leadership
• Drive rapid prototyping efforts and guide technical decision-making across multiple concurrent projects
• Work closely with customer-facing teams to identify and solve existing and emerging challenges through innovative solutions
• Build and maintain collaborations with academia, government partners, and vendors to generate research ideas and develop new prototypes

Skills

C/C++

Java

Python

CI/CD

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's or PhD (standout)

Tools

CI/CD tools

Cloud environments

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation, based in El Segundo, CA, is seeking an experienced software leader to guide cloud-native data visualization and backend services across multiple programs. You will mentor teams, define technical strategy, and collaborate with scientists to model space capabilities.

Ideal candidates bring 6+ years in rapid prototyping and software development, strong OO and agile experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Domestic travel up to 15% is expected.