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. Job Description The Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, developmental planning, system of systems engineering, and threat reduction to help shape future space missions across the national security space enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including United States Space Command, U.S. Strategic Command, Air Force Materiel 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. The Ground Systems Technical Agent (GSTA) organization is one of four Technical Agent organizations within Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO). As part of the GSTA, your role is to assess, develop, and recommend engineering solutions to ensure end to end systems integration from the satellite ground systems and Command and Control (C2) centers to space system end-effectors. This is critical to ensure desired space capabilities are delivered as needed when they are needed. Work Model 100% onsite on Aerospace’s main campus in El Segundo, CA What You’ll Be Doing Through due diligence and technical engagements, develop understanding of functionality and interconnectedness of the systems in the space enterprise. Develop engineering artifacts, such as architectural DODAF views, that captures end-to-end integration of systems spanning multiple organizations, geographic locations, and classification levels. Identify inter-system integration challenges, gaps, and/or risks associated with executing Design Reference Missions, such as those identified the US Space Command. Strategically and expediently work with stakeholders across the space enterprise, e.g. Space Systems Command, Space Operations Center, National Reconnaissance Office, US Space Command, to develop and execute mitigation plans to address identified challenges, gaps, and/or risks What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in applicable STEM areas. Minimum of 10 years of experience in satellite space and ground systems development, acquisition, or operations. Ability to independently research and gather information on space and ground systems. Ability to engage and conduct technical exchanges/forums with stakeholders at multiple leadership levels across the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense Ability to develop technical recommendations and solutions in technical subject matters associated with military program satellite and ground systems development. Ability to travel domestically approximately 10%. This positions requires active Top Secret (TS) clearance/SCI access and the ability to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP) security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. US Citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: 12 years of technical and operational expertise with military space programs, space Protect and Defend programs, Operational C2 ground systems, and tactical C2 ground systems. Prior DODAF architecture artifacts development experience Prior Systems of Systems architecture development Existing SAP 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 - Mid - Max) $123,000 - $163,000 - $203,000 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 During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: 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 diverse 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/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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 ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. Right Place The Aerospace Corporation has over 26 locations nationwide, which allows us to build a diverse and inclusive 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. Return to the Aerospace Careers site. Aerospace employees working in organizations with technical responsibilities are required to obtain a Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required for those positions.