Sr. Project Leader - Mission Capability Development

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 adviser to the National Reconnaissance Office and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch.The GEOINT Innovations Office (GIO) /Advanced Program Department (APD) provides strategic prioritization and in-depth technical support to the design, build, and test of new technologies to revolutionize space-based capabilities. APD is looking for a Senior Project Leader to lead Aerospace's analysis support to mission capability development. As the Aerospace lead for mission development, you will assess the capabilities of a new system, construct ETG SME analysis teams and transition application strategies directly to operation. You will apply Aerospace's technical capabilities to analyze performance and highlight capability differences, shaping the future for years to come.This position requires 100% work on site in Chantilly, VAWhat You'll Be Doing

• Analyze collection architecture trades across multiple performance dimensions. Synchronize results with enterprise stakeholders working in mission development, mission management, collection, and mission processing.
• Partner with Aerospace Engineering Matrix organization to create and analyze alternative application strategies. Develop analysis tools, recommend enhancements to existing capabilities, and evolve analysis to quantitatively validate high payoff alternatives
• Evaluate performance of existing development efforts and incorporate high value results into new system requirements generation.
• Participate in government mission analysis forums. Link mission needs to architecture level trades while maintaining cognizance of end-user requirements.
• Present findings within enterprise-wide forums and recommend opportunities for system optimization. Consider alternative system requirements.
• Cooperate and communicate frequently with senior government officials and support personnel to coordinate and report progress, issues, and results.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or another technical discipline.
• A minimum of 12 years of engineering experience, including prior experience with overhead GEOINT collection systems
• Demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team comprised of government, SETA, and Aerospace personnel.
• Familiarity with Aerospace analysis tools and techniques.
• Ability to plan and oversee reach back technical support across customer, Aerospace, and contractor locations across the continental United States.
• Understanding of requirements generation and evaluation, from acquisition of system to delivery, of Geo-spatial Intelligence (GEOINT) capabilities
• Experience with managing portfolios of Acquisition Programs to enable successful integration and delivery of ground software and communication system capabilities.
• This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

• Experience with managing multiple teams of consultants, government employees, and contractors across the National Intelligence Community.
• Working knowledge of Aerospace Engineering Matrix, departments and lab capabilities capable of supporting GEOINT technology investment areas.
• Experience developing roadmaps for mission development based on strategic and mission value
• Understanding of payload systems, processing, and performance assessment
• Experience working with contractors on technical designs and design drivers and resulting system and performance implications
• Understanding the contested space environment and customer approaches to resiliency
• Prior experience leading diverse teams of direct and matrixed personnel

• 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