Senior Communications Architecture Specialist Security Clearance

Position: Senior Communications Architecture Specialist with Security Clearance
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 Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace's strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities.

The Communication and Ground Architectures Performance Department (CGAPD) within the Integrated Performance Subdivision (IPS) consists of a team dedicated to delivering modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) solutions to answer new and emerging government and commercial customer needs. We conduct modeling and performance assessments of complex communication, network, and ground architectures, scheduling and resource allocation algorithms, and mission management strategies. Work Model:
This full-time position requires 100% onsite work in Chantilly, VA . What You'll Be Doing
* Lead analysis teams driving recommendations for research, development, and acquisition decisions for legacy and emerging customer communication and ground architectures
* Act as a senior technical advisor for the department in the areas of communication/ground architecture performance and scheduling/mission management
* Drive the development of staff through training, mentoring, and coaching across a national organization
* Coordinate complex technical tasks among customers, managing resources to efficiently staff and execute projects
* Develop and present timely and technically accurate presentations and reports that clearly communicate analysis results to technical leads, management, and customers
* Advise department strategy and lead innovation across corporate M&S capabilities supporting the analysis of communication and ground systems What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements:

Senior Engineering Specialist
* B.S degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, mathematics, or a related discipline from an accredited school
* 10 or more years of industry experience , with demonstrated experience leading engineering studies and analysis teams, managing/coordinating complex technical tasks, and translating customer needs into tasks for team members
* Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to change, and to help customers manage ambiguity
* Professional experience in one or more of the following specific national security space or intelligence mission areas: communication and ground infrastructures, signals intelligence, geo-spatial intelligence, space surveillance, navigation systems or space protection
* Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present methods and results effectively in briefings, formal reports, and informal communications
* Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, Aerospace program offices, and contractors
* This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. 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:
* Graduate degree in one of the fields of study mentioned above
* Expertise in scheduling and mission management for communication and ground systems
* Expertise in Intelligence Community or US Department of Defense business practices, acquisition policies, or space mission portfolios
* Proficiency with one or more software languages that may include Python, C++, or MATLAB 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.

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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
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