Launch Systems Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care

401(k) Plan with company match

Education assistance programs

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Launch Systems Engineer to join the OSL Engineering Team, providing direct support to the OSL Chief Engineer. This role involves performing fleet monitoring of active launch systems, evaluating technical issues, and engaging with external agencies.

Ideal candidates will have a relevant STEM degree and extensive experience in launch or space vehicle operations. The position offers comprehensive benefits and pathways for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in launch vehicle or space vehicle design, analysis, test, integration, or operations.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team to resolve issues.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical subject matter effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to the OSL Chief Engineer and Launch Directorate Chief Engineer.
• Perform fleet monitoring of active launch systems and new launch system development.
• Evaluate launch system technical issues and participate in anomaly investigations.

Skills

Teamwork

Technical communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced degree in a STEM field

Job description

Launch Systems Engineer (Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer – Systems and Mission Assurance Engineering)

Full‑time position based in El Segundo, CA. Provides direct support to the OSL Chief Engineer and Launch Directorate Chief Engineer as a member of the OSL Engineering Team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide direct support to the OSL Chief Engineer and Launch Directorate Chief Engineer as a member of the OSL Engineering Team.
• Perform fleet monitoring of active launch systems and new launch system development to support NRO launch vehicle certification assessments.
• Evaluate launch system technical issues and participate in launch system anomaly investigations which may affect NRO launch schedules or result in NRO mission risks.
• Work closely with OSL Mission Assurance Team, Launch Management Division, and Launch Acquisition Division to resolve launch system technical issues and mitigate launch system risks.
• Provide timely and responsive status and recommendations to OSL leadership and mission teams.
• Perform readiness assessments at key milestones in support of NRO launch readiness and mission certification processes including day of launch decisions.
• Engage with external United States Space Force, NASA, and Aerospace program offices to address OSL objectives and concerns.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Project Engineer – Systems and Mission Assurance Engineering

• Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in a STEM field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in launch vehicle or space vehicle design, analysis, test, integration, or operations.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team to resolve issues.
• Proven ability to interface proactively and communicate complex technical subject matter effectively with all levels of customers, contractors, and peers.
• Willing to travel 20% with extended durations during launch campaigns.
• Requires a TS/SSBI security clearance with the ability to obtain SCI and polygraph. U.S. citizenship is required.

Minimum Requirements for Senior Project Engineer – Systems and Mission Assurance Engineering

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in launch vehicle or space vehicle design, analysis, test, integration, or operations.
• Demonstrated ability to assess a large variety of technical data and identify items of highest significance.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently with minimal direct supervision.

How You Can Stand Out

• Advanced degree in a STEM field.
• Strong personal initiative.
• Current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph. U.S. citizenship is required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
• 401(k) Plan with company match and vesting upon hire.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
• Relocation assistance.
• Professional growth and development programs.
• Education assistance programs.
• Inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

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.

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