Space AI & Data Capabilities Advisor

The Aerospace Corporation; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 166,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness plans

401(k) plan

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Flexible work options

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in Arlington, VA is seeking a Data and AI Capabilities Advisor to provide objective guidance on AI and data-driven solutions for space systems and defense programs.

You will lead high-impact studies, develop technical roadmaps, and coordinate with SSC, AFRL, USSF, and other partners to inform acquisition strategies. A DoD clearance and US citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• Senior Project Engineer – Artificial Intelligence and Data Science/Big Data Mining: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field.
• 12+ years of demonstrated technical depth in AI, space systems engineering and architectures, digital engineering and MBSE.
• Proven ability to work effectively with high-functioning teams including government, civilians, military personnel, co-located FFRDC, and SETA contractors.
• Understanding of space acquisition, integration, and lifecycle processes within the DoD or U.S. Space Force.
• Strong technical writing and executive briefing abilities.
• DoD security clearance eligibility; US citizenship required.
• Familiarity with Aerospace engineering practices and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide objective, non-advocacy technical advice to the DAF on AI applications across space systems and acquisition portfolios.
• Assess readiness, risk, and integration challenges for AI, ML, autonomy, and cyber technologies in space programs.
• Support enterprise capability development and cross-program integration studies and activities.
• Advise on acquisition and integration strategies.
• Develop technical roadmaps, trade studies, and decision-quality products for SAF/SQ, Space Force, and OSW stakeholders.
• Coordinate with SSC, AFRL, USSF, and other partners to ensure coherent technical insight.
• Prepare and deliver clear briefings and written assessments for senior leaders and policymakers.
• Deliver timely responses to staff inquiries and support position papers for Congress and DoD bodies.

Skills

AI capabilities

Data science

Big data mining

Technical writing

Executive briefing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or related technical field

Tools

MBSE

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation in Arlington, VA is seeking a Data and AI Capabilities Advisor to provide objective guidance on AI and data-driven solutions for space systems and defense programs.

You will lead high-impact studies, develop technical roadmaps, and coordinate with SSC, AFRL, USSF, and other partners to inform acquisition strategies. A DoD clearance and US citizenship are required.