Space- Interceptor Mission Operations Analyst Security Clearance

Position: Space-Based Interceptor Mission Operations Analyst 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 Defense 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. The Special Programs Division supports a broad array of Combat Power missions covering the entire threat response chain which includes the multidomain effects needed for space superiority. These programs include major system acquisitions for multiple ground and space segments, future architecture definition at the data/software/hardware levels, and research and technology for continuous evolution of space war fighting capabilities.

The Space-Based Interceptor (SBI) Program Office seeks to develop and deploy a proliferated constellation of space-based interceptors capable of engagement of adversary missiles. The SBI interceptors will employ a Fire Control capability that is integrated with the overall multi-layered missile defense program. Our team is seeking a Space-Based Interceptor Mission Operations Analyst (Senior Project Engineer) to directly support the SBI Program Office to develop this novel missile defense capability.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at the government facility in Huntsville, AL. What You'll Be Doing
* Directly advising the U.S. government on operations considerations for SBI, acting as the technical authority

* Defining capabilities for the operational SBI system and maturing the prototype, multi-vendor solution across the space segment, ground element and fire control to achieve them

* Representing Aerospace's SMEs and solutions to the government and Industry to grow partnerships and ensure mission success

* Working closely with teams of government, SETA, Aerospace and other FFRDCs experts to mature the prototype phase into an operational multi-layered missile defense program What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements Senior Project Engineer - Systems Engineering and Operations Systems Engineering:
* Bachelor's degree

* 8 or more years of relevant professional or educational experience
* Strong Con Ops background in at least one of the following: missile warning/missile tracking, interceptors, space vehicles.

* Proven ability to integrate and communicate technical solutions across complex defense systems

* Experience coordinating and leading multidiscipline technical teams formed to solve complex technical aerospace issues

* Willingness to occasionally travel and support customer needs (domestically) up to 20% (as required)
* 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:
* Master's or advanced degree

* Ten (10) years of relevant professional or educational experience

* Experience supporting SPACECOM or related commands' exercises

* Experience in a rapid acquisition in a competitive environment

* Proven ability to execute tasks in a matrixed environment and establish effective working relationships with customers, addressing their needs, building relationships, and communicating effectively.

* Demonstration of superior communication skills in a fast-paced environment 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,…