PNT Architecture Performance Associate Director

The Aerospace Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 185,000 - 278,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare & wellness plans

Relocation assistance

401(k) plan with matching

Education assistance

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems with unmatched technical expertise. This Associate Director role leads the Position, Navigation, and Timing portfolio with a focus on developing personnel, coordinating across mission areas, and delivering context-informed insights.

Based on the position, you will drive MS&A capabilities, hire strategically, and collaborate with government customers to shape space architectures while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in aerospace, astronautical, electrical engineering, computer science, physics, operations research, mathematics, or related field
• 10 years leading MS&A teams, coordinating complex tasks and translating customer needs into analyst guidance
• Strength in PNT architecture performance evaluations, geolocation, or signals integrity
• Ability to flex communication styles for productive interactions with staff and customers
• TS/SCI clearance required; U.S. citizenship necessary for clearance

Responsibilities

• Partner with director to cultivate organizational vision and growth opportunities
• Guide MS&A capabilities and products to support research, development, and acquisition decisions
• Foster a center of excellence in geo-spatial intelligence, signals intelligence, space surveillance, PNT systems, and signals integrity
• Lead aggressive hiring and workforce development to support demand and staff development
• Build and maintain customer relationships and collaborations across programs and locations
• Coordinate complex tasks across programs, ensuring staffing, quality, and timely delivery
• Work with leadership to create an efficient, cohesive national organization
• Monitor and improve processes, compliance, and safety awareness

Skills

MS&A capabilities

Geolocation

Signals analysis

PNT systems

Staff mentoring

Leadership

Education

Bachelors in engineering

Graduate degree in related field

Tools

MS&A tools

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems with unmatched technical expertise. This Associate Director role leads the Position, Navigation, and Timing portfolio with a focus on developing personnel, coordinating across mission areas, and delivering context-informed insights.

Based on the position, you will drive MS&A capabilities, hire strategically, and collaborate with government customers to shape space architectures while