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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.\nDefense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers’ portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. Additionally, DSG provides deep technical expertise to the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception, design, acquisition, launch and operations of satellite, launch vehicle, ground control, and range systems.\nWe’re not just building satellites; we’re constructing the future of defense, one innovative solution at a time. As the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, we tackle the most complex challenges with unmatched technical expertise. The Space Warfighting Analysis Office within our Aerospace Space Security Directorate is seeking a driven Space Data Network Engineer to support our DoD customers.\nThe selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in Colorado Springs, CO.\nWhat You’ll Be Doing\nParticipate in technical teams supporting the Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC) crafting next-generation Space Data Network (SDN) systems for the Joint Warfighter.\nIdentify gaps and opportunities, propose and assist in the implementation of solutions to improve the effectiveness, coherence, and technical depth of future SDN systems. \nPlan, assign, and manage the workload of interdisciplinary teams to meet challenging customer requirements.\nCollaborate and function effectively in an onsite environment with the customer and work with the various Aerospace program offices and the Aerospace Engineering and Technical Group (ETG) to address technical and programmatic issues and provide the customer with the best available technical analyses and recommendations. \nBe positioned to help address the breadth and depth of SDN systems engineering and integration challenges and issues, build end-to-end processes and models, and lead data infrastructure development activities \nMake a tangible impact by communicating your findings to leadership at Aerospace and the government, ensuring your work directly influences national security strategy.\nWhat You Need to be Successful\nMinimum Requirements for Senior Member of Technical Staff - Enterprise Systems Engineering\nBachelor of Science degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or related technical field from a recognized institution.\n3 years of increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including multi-disciplinary systems engineering and/or program management environments. \nTwo or more years of technical experience in two or more of the following mathematical optimization, orbital dynamics modeling, RF systems modeling, system load analysis, embedded systems development and test, wireless communications development and test.\nTwo or more years of experience in one or more of the following: systems integration, architecture trades, modeling and simulation, concept of operations development.\nFamiliarity with space-based communications systems and network topologies.\nPossess excellent interpersonal skills and adept at oral and written communication.\nWilling to travel [occasionally to work location or customer site/domestically/internationally] approx. 20% \nExceptional time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.\nActive Top Secret security clearance: eligible for Top Secret SCI and SAP/SAR clearances, which are issued by the US government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.\nApplicant must be willing to take a US government administered polygraph test.\nHow You Can Stand Out\nIt would be impressive if you have one or more of these:\nAdvanced degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or other relevant technical fields.\nSubstantive knowledge of military and commercial communications system missions, designs, and operations.\nUnderstanding of national space architectures, both traditional/legacy, and proliferated.\nDemonstrated experience briefing Government leaders (GS13/14/15 or O4/O5).\nExperience working with the Space Warfighting Analysis Center, Space Security and Defense Program, US Space Force, or US Space Command.\nExperience with one or more space system development program offices.\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$100,300.00 - $150,400.00Pay 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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