Mission Assurance Team Structures Lead
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. At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves. The National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch. As the Mission Assurance Team Structures Engineering Leader, you will perform independent launch vehicle risk assessments for National Reconnaissance Office / Office of Space Launch (NRO/OSL) missions. This is a full-time position which will follow a hybrid work model, offering partially remote work as business needs allow with onsite work required in our El Segundo, CA location. What You'll Be Doing
- Provide technical risk assessments of launch vehicle hardware for NRO/OSL missions as a member of the Mission Assurance Team Structures Panel
- Assess design, analysis, manufacturing, and test of metallic and composite structures
- Actively network with contractors, government agencies, and other Aerospace organizations to support Mission Assurance Team risk assessments
- Brief technical issues to management in support of launch readiness
- BS degree in Engineering or Science
- 12 years of progressively more responsible engineering experience
- 10 years of experience in launch vehicle structures
- Experience working with DOD customers, contractors, and/or FFRDC teams
- Willing to travel domestically approximately 25 % and to work off-business hours to support launches
- This position requires a current Secret clearance and the ability to obtain SCI access, w hich is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
- Advanced degree in Engineering or Science
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal skills; ability to interface effectively with senior Aerospace, Air Force, and contractor leadership
- Current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph
- 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