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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.\nThe 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.\nElectronic Programs Division’s Directorate E is looking for an Advanced RF Electronics Engineer (Senior Project Leader - Payload Systems Engineer - RF) to help shape customer investments in cutting edge radio frequency collection technologies. As a member of the Aerospace team you will investigate new technologies, participate in prototyping, forge maturation strategies, and recommend investments to the customer. You’ll communicate new developments to your Aerospace counterparts across the Electronic Programs Division and help identify transition opportunities for new technologies to their customers.\nThe selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at the customer facility in Chantilly, Virginia.\nWhat You’ll Be Doing\nWorking as a member of the Radio-Frequency Technology Office (RFTO) to investigate cutting edge technologies and mature them for implementation across a variety of National Security Systems.\nIntegrating Aerospace expertise in prototyping, testing, and modeling to speed technology maturation.\nCollaborating with stakeholders across the National Security Space Technology enterprise to identify promising capabilities and collaborate on implementation paths.\nCommunicating with senior government officials to report findings, recommend future activities, and support technology transition.\nLead engineering studies to analyze new and proposed RF collection system designs, evaluating technical approaches and performance trade-offs\nWhat You Need to be Successful\nMinimum Requirements for Senior Project Leader - Payload Systems Engineer - RF\nBachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics or another technical discipline \n12 years of experience in increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including multi-disciplinary systems engineering and/or program management environments\nExperience with signal processing, radio frequency technologies or signals intelligence systems\nDemonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers and peers.\nWilling to travel domestically approx. 5-10% if required. \nThis position requires a current and active TS/SBI/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.\nHow You Can Stand Out\nIt would be impressive if you have one or more of these:\nFamiliarity with government acquisition lifecycle and systems engineering activities\nFamiliarity working on technology maturation activities in support of a government program office.\nFamiliarity with Overhead SIGINT systems and operations\nWorking knowledge of National Security Space, needs, funding, technology investment methods, and industrial base capabilities.\nDirect experience working in a government program office as a member of a combined government, SETA, and Aerospace team.\nWe 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.\n(Min - Max)\n$171,400.00 - $257,100.00Pay Basis: AnnualLeadership Competencies\nOur 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:\nOperate Strategically\nLead Change \nEngage with Impact \nFoster Innovation \nDeliver Results \nWays We Reward Our Employees\nDuring your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.\nBenefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:\nComprehensive health care and wellness plans\n\nPaid holidays, sick time, and vacation\n\nStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options\n\n401(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\n\nFlexible spending accounts\n\nVariable pay program for exceptional contributions\n\nRelocation assistance\n\nProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your career\n\nEducation assistance programs\n\nAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect\n\nWe 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.\nEqual Opportunity Commitment\nThe Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunityemployer. 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  . 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