Senior Space Tech & Policy Advisor

The Aerospace Corporation; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Relocation assistance

Telework options

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in Tysons Corner, VA is seeking a Senior Technology and Policy Advisor (Senior Project Engineer) to provide technical expertise, project management, and strategic advisory support to ODNI/NIC-Space while working onsite.

Applicants should have a STEM degree, 10+ years of experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance. The role demands leadership across multidisciplinary teams, strong communication, and the ability to deliver concise assessments for decision makers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in STEM fields
• 10+ years in engineering, analysis, or related roles
• Ability to balance multiple responsibilities including customer support and project management
• Proven ability to work with contractors, government customers, and engineering staff
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to analyze technical material and provide clear assessments
• Security clearance with polygraph; US citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Advise NIC-Space leadership on space program analysis and integration
• Build relationships with IC and national security space organizations
• Manage multiple technical projects and threat portfolios with schedules and deliverables
• Collaborate with Aerospace Engineering & Technology Group on multidisciplinary teams
• Develop awareness of current and developing threats to US space architecture
• Provide timely assessments for decision making and strategic planning

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Technical analysis

Team leadership

Communication skills

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s or higher degree in STEM

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation in Tysons Corner, VA is seeking a Senior Technology and Policy Advisor (Senior Project Engineer) to provide technical expertise, project management, and strategic advisory support to ODNI/NIC-Space while working onsite.

Applicants should have a STEM degree, 10+ years of experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance. The role demands leadership across multidisciplinary teams, strong communication, and the ability to deliver concise assessments for decision makers.