Senior Missile Warning & Tracking Architect – Space Systems

The Aerospace Corporation

El Segundo (CA)

On-site

USD 166,000 - 250,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance
Telework options
401(k) Plan
Education assistance

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation invites an experienced Senior Project Engineer to lead cutting-edge mission architecture for DoD space-based missile warning and tracking systems. You will guide cross-functional teams, support SDA senior leadership, and influence multi-billion-dollar investment decisions across space architectures.

This role requires deep expertise in MWTD systems, strong data-driven analysis, and the ability to bridge between requirements, contracts, and warfighter needs.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in engineering, math, computer science, physics, or related discipline
  • 12+ years of progressive engineering experience in space systems with leadership
  • Experience in MWTD space vehicle development or space-to-ground integration
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments
  • Clear ability to communicate complex technical concepts and build consensus

Responsibilities

  • Lead mission architecture development for DoD space-based missile warning and tracking systems
  • Advise SDA senior leadership and coordinate with stakeholders and contractors
  • Drive innovation in proliferated LEO constellation design and space systems engineering
  • Guide contract execution, performance assessments, and on-orbit operations planning

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Cross-functional teamwork
Data-driven analysis

Education

Engineering/Math/CS/Physics degree

Tools

STK
EADSIM
AFSIM

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation invites an experienced Senior Project Engineer to lead cutting-edge mission architecture for DoD space-based missile warning and tracking systems. You will guide cross-functional teams, support SDA senior leadership, and influence multi-billion-dollar investment decisions across space architectures.

This role requires deep expertise in MWTD systems, strong data-driven analysis, and the ability to bridge between requirements, contracts, and warfighter needs.

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