Sr. Tactical Systems Integration Project Leader

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 171,400 - 257,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Telework options

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development

Education assistance programs

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation, based in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Sr. Tactical Systems Integration Project Leader to drive the integration of Tactical Systems with Battle Management Systems.

You will lead a team of experts and coordinate with government and contractor partners over the next 1–2 years. Requires a STEM BS, 12+ years in a technical field with C2, cloud, and cyber security experience, plus TS/SCI clearance and willingness to travel ~10–20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent technical area of study.
• 12 or more years of experience in a relevant technical field with some experience related to C2 systems, cloud, and cyber security.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Working understanding of the USSF C2 architecture and key requirements.
• Experience dealing with organizational ambiguity.
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working through complex engineering challenges which have both technical and political contributions.
• Substantive experience with the DoD acquisition lifecycle.
• Willing to travel occasionally to work locations or customer sites (~10–20%).
• Current and active TS/SCI government clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of network, software, and data experts evaluating potential integration points of existing tactical systems with battle management systems.
• Collaborating with outside organizations to develop feasible solutions enabling enterprise integration.
• Performing hands‑on technical integration work in the fields of USSF C2.
• Influencing key government and contractor stakeholders to move forward with proposed integrations.
• Working with other Aerospace, government, and contractor engineering teams who reside in different physical locations, specifically Colorado Springs, CO and El Segundo, CA.

Skills

Leadership experience

Systems integration

Cloud computing

Cyber security

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, development planning, system of systems engineering, and threat reduction to help shape the future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including US Space Force, U.S Space Command, Air Force Material Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of services and support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers but also horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. DSG also assists the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception, design, acquisition, launch and operations of satellite, launch vehicle, ground control, and range systems.

The C2 Operational Systems team is looking for a Sr. Tactical Systems Integration Project Leader to lead the integration of the Tactical Systems with the Battle Management Systems procured by the organization. This leadership position will require systematically understanding system integration points, developing an integration plan, and leading a team of experts implementing the integration solutions of multiple tactical systems over the next 1-2 year time frames.

The selected candidate will be required to work full‑time, on‑site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading a team of network, software, and data experts evaluating potential integration points of existing tactical systems with battle management systems.
• Collaborating with outside organizations to develop feasible solutions enabling enterprise integration.
• Performing hands‑on technical integration work in the fields of USSF C2.
• Influencing key government and contractor stakeholders to move forward with proposed integrations.
• Working with other Aerospace, government, and contractor engineering teams who reside in different physical locations, specifically Colorado Springs, CO and El Segundo, CA.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements Sr. Project Leader - Cyber Security & Cloud Computing Architecture:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent technical area of study.
• 12 or more years of experience in a relevant technical field with some experience related to C2 systems, cloud, and cyber security.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Working understanding of the USSF C2 architecture and key requirements.
• Experience dealing with organizational ambiguity.
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working through complex engineering challenges which have both technical and political contributions.
• Substantive experience with the DoD acquisition lifecycle.
• Willing to travel occasionally to work locations or customer sites (~10‑20%).
• Current and active TS/SCI government clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

• Hands‑on development experience.
• Experience operating effectively in complex working environments.
• Experience working directly with contractors to implement and test complex designs.
• Experience with agile development programs and test strategies that support that construct.
• Familiarity with military space systems and operational concepts.
• Experience defining and implementing a strategic technical vision.
• Hands‑on experience with space‑based tactical systems.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud software deployments.
• Ability to obtain necessary SAP level clearances.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade‑based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

Min – Max: $171,400.00 – $257,100.00 (Pay Basis: Annual)

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company‑paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
• Relocation assistance.
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career.
• Education assistance programs.
• An 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. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [e-mail].