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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.\nInformation Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.\nThe Cloud Platforms & Architectures Department (CPAD) is the center-of-excellence for cloud computing and cloud-related technologies within The Aerospace Corporation. CPAD’s overall goal is to stay at the forefront of cloud technology to enable our customers to effectivelyleveragethis technology to fulfill their mission needs. CPAD’s Cloud Architecture & Strategy (CAS) team works with customers to help them deploy cloud systems that are well architected to meet their operational requirements and strategic goals. We are looking for anEngineering Manager (Engineering Manager - Cloud Computing Architecture) to lead this team of CAS Cloud Solution Architects to advise customers on how to properly architect, migrate, and evolve cloud systems.\nWork Model\nOn Site: This positionrequiresfull-timeonsite presenceinChantilly, VA.El Segundo and Colorado Springs will also be considered for this position.\n\nWhatYou’llBe Doing\nManage theCloud Architecture & StrategySection within CPAD comprised of talentedCloud SolutionsArchitects. This teamisresponsible foradvising customers onhow todesign, implement, andmaintaincloud architectures and strategies that are resilient, performant, efficient, secure, and cost effective.\n\nBuild a talented organizationofCloudSolutionsArchitectsthrough recruiting, hiring, and on-boardingnew staff\n\nDevelop staff through performance management, evaluation, coaching,andmentoring\n\nPromote an innovative culture,maintainteam morale, andmonitorindividual well-being and job satisfaction\n\nManage overall capabilities of the section,paying attention to health/status and adapting capabilities as customer needs evolve\n\nObtain, manage, and tailorcloudtechnologywork assignments to staff skillsets\n\nEnsure the technical quality of staff work products\n\nAcquirenecessary resources andmake inter-organizationalconnections to enable staff toexecute work efficiently\n\nInterface with program office and government customers,other corporate support organizations,andother ETG departments\n\nCollaborate withclouddepartment management andmanagement in other departments (e.g., cybersecurity, data, AI)\n\nExecute business administration functions (e.g., budget, resource allocation)\n\nIn addition to leadership and management functions, act as a technical leader and contributor:\n\nAdvise customers on best practices to design, implement, andmaintaincloud architectures and strategies that are resilient, performant, efficient, secure, and cost effective\n\nResearchcutting edgecloud technologies and develop prototypes todemonstrateand benchmarktheircapabilities\n\nReview customer cloud architectures and provide feedback on areas ofimprovement\n\nParticipate in deep technical discussions with government, contractors, and cloud vendors to ensure solutions are designed for successful deployment in cloud\n\nPerform Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs) on multiple cloud solutions to help government space customers make more informed decisions\n\nProvide guidance on how toproperly planand execute cloud migrations\n\nWhat You Need to be Successful - Engineering Manager - Cloud Computing Architecture\nMinimumRequirements:\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Scienceor a relatedSTEMfield\n\nAtleast6years of experienceworking with cloudsystems andrelatedtechnologies\n\nDemonstrated experience leading engineering teams, coordinating complex technical tasks among team members, and translating customer needs intoviableinstructions forengineers\n\nDemonstrated ability toinitiateand complete tasks, learn new technical approaches, and interact effectively with a broad range of organizations\n\nDemonstrated ability to create a positive team culture, mentor team members, and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams\n\nHandsonexperience with at least one public cloudvendor(e.g., Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform).\n\nExperience in designing, developing,implementing,operating, and evolving cloud systems to support customers\n\nWilling to travel occasionally to work location or customer site approx. 10%, ifrequired.\n\nThis position requires ability to obtain andmaintaina security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship isrequiredto obtain a security clearance.\n\nHow You Can Stand Out\nIt would be impressive if you have one or more of these:\nAdvanced degree inComputer Science or a related STEM field\n\nCertifications related to cloud computing (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect)\n\nExperience with hiring,coaching, and developing personnel\n\nExperience with large scale cloud systems that support a high number of users\n\nActiveTS/SCIsecurity clearance issued by the U.S. Government\n\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$147,600.00 - $221,400.00Pay 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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