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Aerospace Human Spaceflight Openings

The Aerospace Corporation
Center, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2025
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 Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner of NASA and committed to supporting all areas of human spaceflight. Aerospace is looking for technical leads to take on key roles on NASA programs such as: the International Space Station (ISS), ISS US De-orbit Vehicle, Commercial Crew (Dragon and Starliner), commercial space stations, Orion, Starship Human Landing System (HLS), Blue Moon Mk2 HLS, lunar rovers (pressurized and unpressurized), Gateway, spacesuits (ISS and Axiom's xEVA suit), and more.

The roles are 100% onsite at NASA at Johnson Space Center near Houston, TX., with every other Friday off. If you are interested in the roles below, please apply now.

Current Human Spaceflight Roles

  • Pyrotechnics/Ordnance Systems Engineer
  • EDL Thermal Protection Leads
  • Passive Thermal Systems Engineering & Integration Engineers
  • Communications Test & Verification Engineer
  • Avionics Systems Engineering & Integration Engineer
  • Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Capture (RPOC) Verification and Validation (V&V) Engineer
  • Hypergolic Propulsion Engineers

Minimum Requirements

What You Need to Have to be Successful

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in STEM field
  • At least 5 years or more of technical experience post-degree
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance, which is issued by the US government. US citizenship is required.

Why Join Us

  • Work on cutting-edge space systems that shape space exploration
  • Collaborate with top-tier scientists and engineers
  • Access professional development, tuition reimbursement, and R&D resources
  • Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to technical excellence and public service

Apply Now

If you’re excited about supporting future space missions and shaping the next generation of human spaceflight, submit your resume to be considered for upcoming roles. Our recruiters will review your qualifications and reach out as relevant positions open.

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
  • A 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 peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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