Systems Engineer for Enterprise Modeling

The Aerospace Corporation; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Professional growth programs

401(k) plan

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in Chantilly, VA seeks an experienced Enterprise Systems Engineer to drive enterprise architecture and portfolio-level engineering across defense, intelligence, and civil domains.

You will lead studies, collaborate with government customers and contractors, and develop strategic roadmaps while mentoring early-career staff. Active TS/SCI clearance required; travel 5–10% may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Typically 8 years of progressively responsible systems engineering experience.
• Experience in systems engineering, enterprise systems engineering, MBSE, and digital engineering.
• Familiar with SysML and modeling tools like Cameo/SparX.
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to travel ~5-10%.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise architecture, system-of-systems engineering, and strategic planning that shapes portfolio-level missions.
• Develop portfolio roadmaps enabling data-driven decisions across cross-organizational challenges.
• Bridge government, internal initiatives, and commercial partners to cohesive solutions.
• Provide enterprise engineering and analytical support across defense, intelligence, and civil government domains.
• Mentor early career staff and travel as needed.

Skills

Systems engineering

MBSE / SysML

Cameo Systems Modeler

SparX Enterprise Architecture

DoDAF / UAF

Technical leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, science, or related technical discipline

Tools

Cameo Systems Modeler

SparX EA

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 Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace’s strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a wide-ranging and dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities. As part of the Enterprise Design Subdivision (EDS), the Portfolio Analysis Department (PAD) drives responsive and comprehensive trades in customer portfolios. Working closely with corporate program offices PAD delivers portfolio decision insights that expand options for senior leaders and accelerates delivery of end effects. PAD integrates expertise, system analysis and design capabilities from across the corporation. To meet the increasing demand for our support, we are looking for an experienced Enterprise Systems Engineer to contribute to a variety of defense, intelligence community, and civil government customers. Workmodel: This position will be required to work full-time on‑site at Aerospace’s Chantilly, VA location.

What You’ll Be Doing

Strategic Impact & Leadership

• Drive enterprise architecture, system-of-systems engineering, and strategic planning that shapes portfolio-level missions and future landscapes
• Develop portfolio-level models and roadmaps that enable stakeholders to make informed, data-driven decisions on complex, cross-organizational challenges
• Bridge government organizations, internal strategic initiatives, and commercial partners to create cohesive solutions to enterprise-level problems
• Challenge the status quo and pioneer innovative approaches to mission-critical problems

Technical Excellence

• Lead high-impact studies designed to solve complex technical challenges and deliver actionable recommendations to senior leadership and customers
• Provide enterprise engineering and analytical support in portfolio management, digital engineering, and systems engineering across defense, intelligence, and civil government domains
• Identify and develop new capabilities and enhancements that advance customer programs and architectures
• Leverage Aerospace's technical backplane to deliver tailored, cutting-edge solutions for customer-specific use cases

Collaboration & Influence

• Work closely with Aerospace program office personnel and government customers to lead and execute strategic projects
• Provide ongoing technical consultation and strategic advice to program office, government, and contractors
• Mentor and develop early career staff, shaping the next generation of technical leaders
• Occasional travel may be required

What You Need to be Successful

• Minimum Requirements for the Engineering Specialist – Enterprise Systems Engineering Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, science, or other related technical discipline
• Typically, 8 years of increasingly responsible experience in systems engineering or other space-related engineering disciplines
• Experience in systems engineering, enterprise systems engineering, model-based systems engineering, and/or digital engineering
• Familiar with MBSE modeling languages such as System Modeling Language (SysML) and tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler and SparX Enterprise Architecture
• Experience with architecture frameworks such as the Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) or the Unified Architecture Framework (UAF)
• Take initiative, have flexibility, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and well adept at oral and written communication
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
• Available and willing to travel domestically, approx. 5-10%
• Active TS//SCI security clearance

How You Can Stand Out

• It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Advanced degree in engineering, mathematics, science, or other related technical discipline Experience and familiarity in the systems engineering life cycle Experience in strategic roadmapping, integrated planning, and/or integrated master schedules Experience with DoW systems engineering and programmatic processes, methods, tools, and personnel Demonstrated leadership of broad multidisciplinary teams conducting technical evaluations of complex systems; cost, schedule and risk analysis; portfolio-level trade studies; and requirements development Experience with and/or working knowledge of the Aerospace Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) span of technical capabilities and organizational construct Experience briefing senior Government leaders (General Officer and/or SES/SIS)

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) $117,300.00 - $175,900.00 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

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

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’re 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] . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

Right Place The Aerospace Corporation has over 26 locations nationwide, which allows us to build a workforce that will nurture the best ideas, and generate the most novel innovations and solutions to our nation’s toughest space enterprise challenges.

Right Path Aerospace covers all stages of the space lifecycle, from concept to operations. We believe our people are our most valuable resource and that’s why we propel our employees forward in their careers through ongoing education, training, and professional development.

Right Purpose We can all serve a mission much greater than ourselves, and at Aerospace that is exactly what we do. By hiring the industry’s most preeminent scientists and engineers, Aerospace advances emerging technologies that protect some of the most critical missions on Earth and above it.

Aerospace employees working in organizations with technical responsibilities are required to obtain a Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required for those positions.