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General Description: Design, build, perform tests, and analyze optics/optoelectronics/photonics experiments in various quantum communications systems and platforms. Essential Duties: Specific tasks include the design, simulation, calculations, and construction of electro-optical experiments and prototypes, data collection and analysis, and presentation of the results to team members. Additional job functions include writing invention disclosures, writing proposals, publishing papers, attending and presenting at conferences, and briefing internal and external customers. Required Skills: Research experience in one or more of the following areas: quantum optics, quantum networking, nonlinear optics, semiconductor device physics, and systems engineering. Experience developing innovative solutions based upon the application of relevant research results from a wide variety of sources. Experience with multi-physics simulation (both device and optical system), computer-aided design, and layout a plus. An expert in the lab with proven track record of problem solving in more than one of the following: free space optics, fiber optics, integrated photonics, microwave systems engineering, custom electronics design, vacuum equipment and hardware. A record of publications in top-tier, peer-reviewed journals.Strong communication skills (verbal and written), active participation in R&D team activities. Required Education:Ph.D. in Physics, EE or related fields Physical Requirements:Ability to work safely in a laboratory environment. Willing to travel occasionally. Special Requirements:US Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance. Compensation:The base salary range for this full-time position is $132,765 - $165,983 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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 Digital Innovation Division (DID) is accountable for generating and executing integrated strategies, providing governance, and managing internal investments that form the foundation of Aerospace's digital transformation. The Digital Innovation Division is seeking an experienced Operations Lead who can work for the corporation's leading voice on AI, the AI corporate technical fellow, to deliver an AI first digital transformation of the enterprise. This individual would, help manage the on time, on budget delivery of value for the company's largest AI internal investments. In this role, you will ground requirements from the Aerospace's customers and engineers to help develop and drive product roadmaps that accelerate the delivery of solutions to the country's most challenging problems in the space enterprise. You will oversee the full lifecycle of AI Engineering and Integration - from data exploitation, modeling, orchestration, and delivery of enterprise scale derivative data products and AI platforms at multiple classification levels. You will be responsible for establishing a modern AI/ML-focused ecosystem that enables teams to reliably build, test, and deploy AI/ML solutions that power mission-critical applications. You will lead efforts to define AI architecture standards, drive interoperability across platforms, and ensure data quality, security, and compliance at scale. By enabling efficient, automated, and governed derivative data product delivery pipelines, you will ensure Aerospace's digital initiatives are supported by trusted, high-quality data that can be rapidly transformed into actionable insights. Work Model: 100% onsite; Chantilly, Colorado Springs, El Segundo, Huntsville. What You'll Be Doing AI/ML Platform Development * Integrate enterprise AI/ML data standards, pipelines, and best practices for automated data ingestion, transformation, validation, and delivery with end user workflows, applications, and data. * Work with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable, secure, and interoperable MLOps architectures aligned with organizational goals. * Deploy and extend AI/ML platforms across multiple environments, including classified networks, cloud, and hybrid infrastructures. * Manage cost and schedule for numerous technical teams across platform development. AI Governance * Establish processes to ensure AI/ML data quality, lineage, and compliance throughout the AI/ML cycle (ingest → curate → consume). * Collaborate with InfoSec and compliance teams to maintain adherence to AI/ML data governance and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, FedRAMP). Partnering & Infrastructure Management * Collaboration to select, configure, and maintain tools for developing Agentic AI architectures that leverage Modeling and Simulation, data pipelines, and orchestration layers. * Collaboration to drive adoption of modern cloud-native and integrate Machine Learning services where appropriate. * Collaboration to integrate the enterprise data management platform to enable seamless data access, feature engineering, and model training at scale. Governance & Process Improvement * Develop and track key AI/ML data metrics and KPIs (e.g., data quality scores, pipeline reliability, data delivery SLAs). * Integrate MLOps processes with corporate governance standards to ensure transparency, repeatability, and efficiency. * Establish feedback loops with AI consumers to continuously improve performance, trust, and usability of AI products. Team Leadership & Collaboration * Leverage Agile methodologies to manage priorities, sprint planning, and cross-team collaboration. * Promote MLOps and Agile best practices and work with data stewards across the organization through demonstrations, workshops, and training. Innovation & Continuous Learning * Stay current with emerging tools, architectures, industry trends and standards to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of AI engineering and frontier AI tools. * Champion a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and innovation in data architecture and operations. What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: (Senior Project Engineer) * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Operations, Data Science, Computer Engineering, SW Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). * 10+ years in enterprise AI/ML engineering or digital transformation roles, including significant experience with data pipelines, MLOps, and platform integration in regulated environments, with at least 2 years in leadership or management demonstrating a proven track record in overseeing complex projects and guiding cross-functional teams. * Proficiency with AI/ML and orchestration concepts (e.g., Apache Airflow, dbt, NiFi, Talend, Kafka, Spark, Kubernetes). * Strong understanding of cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), most importantly the Azure suite of data management tools (Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Purview, etc.) * Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, compliance standards, and security requirements integrated into data pipelines (e.g., NIST AI RMF). * Strong problem-solving skills, with a strategic mindset and the ability to design and evolve enterprise-scale data ecosystems. * Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to bridge technical and mission-focused stakeholders across multiple constituencies. * Excellent interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing across diverse teams. * Position requires ability to obtain and maintain a 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: * Advanced degree in STEM or other technical discipline * 12+ years of experience in AI engineering, AI architectures, applied AI/ML, or data operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role. * Direct mission experience in the national space domain, missile defense, and/or remote sensing * Ability to convey the value of applied AI work in mission relevant terms and stories * Current DoD TS and SSBI/SCI Clearance 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. (Min - Max) $151,300 - $226,900 Pay Basis: 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 * Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: * Comprehensive health care and wellness plans * Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation * Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options * 401(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 * Flexible spending accounts * Variable pay program for exceptional contributions * Relocation assistance * Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career * Education assistance programs * An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

Please note: This position is currently posted in anticipation of future openings. We welcome applications from candidates who are interested in being considered as opportunities become available. JOB TITLE: Senior Management Consultant DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Management Consulting LOCATION: Remote, US REPORTS TO: Principal Consultant FLSA STATUS: Exempt Objective The Senior Management Consultant provides strategic, unbiased and objective advisory services that assist organizations in improving productivity and overall performance. Advisory expertise covers areas such as organizational strategy, change management, financial performance, organizational restructuring, process improvement, and human capital management with an emphasis on managing risks and costs while maximizing value. This role is a fully remote from anywhere in the continental U.S. Key Responsibilities. The Senior Management Consultant will: * Creates detailed documentation. * Assist in developing solutions, processes, methodologies, and policies to address business problems. * Assist in gathering and understanding client business problems and needs through meetings, interviews, document reviews and other data collection methods. * Coordinate and participate in internal meetings and meetings with clients. * Assist in the development, writing, and production of business reports, memos, white papers, presentations, and other written materials. * Synthesize complex sets of quantitative and qualitative data and information to help solve problems. * Perform data collection and analysis. * Review work product for accuracy and completeness. * Assist in synthesizing business problems and outlining possible solutions. * Resolve issues and business questions. * Provide meaningful and usable business solutions that add value. Education & Certifications * Bachelor's degree in business or field related to quality, accounting, business management, or other business-related fields. * Minimum of 7 to 10 years of experience in management consulting. Knowledge & Experience * Excellent business and advanced writing skills. * Experience working in/with the public sector. * High level of attention to detail. * Cultivating and maintaining strong client relationships. * Excellent oral communication skills; ability to take into account audience while communicating with clients and project team members. * Proven leadership abilities. * Ability to work closely with Senior Management in reporting project status and concerns. * Employs a collaborative, team-oriented approach. * Self-motivated; will seek out and engage the individuals necessary to achieve clarity and develop effective solutions. * Willing to travel. * Demonstrate the ability and knowledge in two or more professional consulting areas of expertise (examples: Strategy, Human Capital Management, Organizational Change Management, Financial Operations, Process Improvement, Customer Relations Management, Supply Chain Management, Quality Management, Value Chain Analysis, Shared Services, Organizational Risk Management) along with related certifications where applicable. Skills & Abilities * Prefer candidates with Public Sector experience. * Experience managing and completing complex tasks with minimal supervision. * Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with client and other business partners. * Excellent communication, organizational, supervisory and planning skills. * Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office, prefer strong MS Excel and Visio skills. * May require occasional travel. * Must be comfortable working in the eastern time zone.

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. Job Summary The individual selected will serve as a Contractor Special Access Program Security Officer (Security Specialist II/III - CSSO) to oversee security operations for various Special Access Programs (SAPs) spanning multiple contractor facilities. In this capacity, they will provide on-site support for security actions aligned with both corporate and governmental policies. The CSSO will act as a liaison between multiple customers, maintaining a large portfolio of program cleared individuals, primarily interfacing with Aerospace Program Management and government agencies/customers regarding security matters and requirements. Their responsibilities include supporting the Aerospace SAP team in ensuring compliance with program requirements. Additionally, they will be tasked with developing security plans, applying guidelines, and establishing procedures across various security domains such as Personnel Security, Physical Security, Industrial Security, Information Security, Classification Management, Communication Security (COMSEC), and Program Security. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, onsite at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You'll Be Doing Coordinate with the Program Security Officer (PSO) and Contractor/Government Program Manager (CPM/GPM) for secure SAP operations. Oversee detailed compliance activities, including reporting and follow-up on security incidents or violations. To include managing investigations (SIR) and report incidents to PSO. Coordinate as a SAP Personnel Vetting Official (SPO) on electron Program Access Request (ePAR) routing chains, generate CONOPs and Continuous Security Plans for review/approval. Provide initial, refresher, and event-driven training for cleared personnel on SAP processes and conduct program indoctrinations. Conduct pre-travel and post-travel briefings, and coordinate documentation with the customer. Review and support facility upgrades, obtain necessary approvals, and maintain open/close rosters and access controls. Conduct/review annual "Self-Inspection Checklist," document deficiencies, and submit corrective action plans. Coordinate visitor control process for SAP meetings, schedule and conduct security checks (DISS, JADE). Manage personnel security records and update program-specific tabs in JADE. Create, update, and maintain facility Concept of Operations (CONOPs) and Standard Operation Procedures (SOP)s, coordinate approval with government customers. Oversee transmission of SAP material, provide courier instructions/training to SAP-briefed couriers, develop transportation plans, and reproduction procedures. Implement and interpret Security Classification Guides (SCG). Maintain access rosters, visitor logs (Cleared and Uncleared), SF 702s, manage indoctrination briefings/debriefings, classified material accountability records, and handle COMSEC responsibilities. Perform battery and safe inventory checks, and review facility security documents. Oversee facility escort duties and shredder maintenance. Conduct and document annual training and self-inspection checklists. Review/update facility modifications, transportation plans, and SAP addendums. Interpret and implement security classification guidance; Ensure adherence to applicable laws, SCI, or SAP security policies. Coordinating with government PSOs and working in high-security environments. Knowledge of JADE, DISS, SCGs, and other security-related systems and protocols. Work with ISSM/ISSO to safeguard Information Systems in SAPF Assist in the development of Program Protection Plans, review/update DD Form 254, manage SAP material inventory/disposition. What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for Security Specialist II - C S SO : 2-5 relevant CSSO experience Current TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain SAP accesses. U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Knowledgeable of the DoDM 5205.07 SAP manuals and ICD series manuals Ability to favorably complete a U.S. Government CI scope polygraph Ability to travel in support of mission requirements Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for Security Specialist III - C S SO include : 5-8 years security-related experience performing responsibilities specifically within an SAP environment Strong knowledge of the NISPOM, DoD SAP Security Manuals, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and related security policies and procedures Strong knowledge of JADE, CORE, and other customer-specific systems How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Bachelor's or Master's degree 5 years of experience supporting SAP programs SSO, GSSO, CSSO, or SSR experience CDSE Certifications 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. (Min - Max) $37.44 - $68.52Pay Basis: Hourly 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 Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(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 Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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. Enterprise Effects Division Description 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-enabled mission effects. Vehicle Ground Concepts Department Description The Vehicle and Ground Concepts Department (VGCD) in EED provides space vehicle and ground system preliminary/conceptual design; trade and architecture analysis, modeling, process development and leadership expertise; and tool development in support of conceptual design activities across the space enterprise. As a member of VGCD, you will be designing innovative space vehicle and ground segment solutions to meet the most pressing mission needs of our US Space Force, Intelligence Community, NASA, NOAA, and commercial/international customers. What You'll Be Doing As a graduate intern in the Vehicle and Ground Concepts Department (VGCD), you'll be: Leading and supporting early-stage design studies for spacecraft/ground concepts; types of studies can include both small, individual efforts as well as larger, multidisciplinary teams of subject matter experts. Leading and assisting with development, maintenance, and improvement of the tools and models that are used during spacecraft design and analysis activities. Collaborating with and learning from VGCD staff, program office personnel, as well as other members of Aerospace's engineering group, including the large cohort of Aerospace interns. The selected candidate will be required to work full time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA or Chantilly, VA What You Need to be Successful Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited graduate program pursuing a Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. Advanced knowledge of and/or relevant coursework in spacecraft subsystems, ground systems design, system engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science or other related topics. Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a MS or PhD degree program full-time after completion of the internship. A desire to work on both individual efforts, as well as in large multi-disciplinary engineering teams. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communications skills and ability to excel in a collaborative environment; this also requires proficiency with office and collaboration tools, such as MS Office Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Minimum GPA of 3.0 Transcripts required. How You Can Stand Out Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to changing priorities, and balance projects with conflicting time demands. Proficiency in modeling and simulation tools, and programming languages, including one or more of the following: MATLAB, Python, Simulink, STK, C++, VBA, SolidWorks, Cameo, or similar. Strong, demonstrated personal initiative. GPA of 3.5 or higher Active security clearance Temporary housing assistance is not available. The Aerospace Corporation is a proud member of Space Workforce for Tomorrow (SWFT), a growing coalition of leading space companies committed to collaboratively working toward a shared vision of expanding and providing opportunities for talent to join the exciting space industry. As part of this commitment, SWFT companies are focused on building a skilled, innovative, and sustainable space workforce required to maintain U.S. leadership in space for decades to come. Click here to learn more and register for the National Space Intern program. 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. (Min - Max) $32.00 - $48.00Pay Basis: Hourly 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 Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(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 Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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. Job Summary The primary function of the Information Assurance Manager (Security Manager Information Assurance) is to ensure security policies standards and procedures are implemented in a way that aligns with the Aerospace and Government customer requirements. This position is responsible for supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. This position will support Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). This position supports both Aerospace and Government customers within a classified environment and is responsible for managing assets and Information Assurance staff. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You'll Be Doing * Functions as the primary Information System Security Manager (ISSM) * Supervise a team of Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) supporting SAP, and SCI programs. * Ensure proper IA staffing levels are met and maintained to meet the needs of our internal and external customers. * Coordinates technical assessments of managed assets * Provides counsel to government organizations relative to information assurance practices issues and concerns ensuring continued mission success. * Obtains government Authorization to Operate (ATOs) - through the appropriate government channels - by creating and maintaining System Security Plans (SSPs) and other related documentation per system for multiple government customers. * Conducts weekly audit log reviews for inappropriate activity. * Conducts evaluation and analysis of software/hardware intended for use on the classified systems. * Obtains approval (through the appropriate government channels) for hardware and software utilized on classified systems. * Prepares for and assists with government inspections. Documents and executes test procedures. * Ensures Government security policies procedures and standards are understood and followed by personnel. * Monitors low to high and high to low data transfers performed by data transfer agents (DTA) to ensure compliance with government regulations. * Possesses the knowledge of techniques to sanitize system components memory and media - and to verify IT personnel has properly implemented. * Understands complex Government regulations and translates them into necessary technical and security solutions. * Trains and briefs staff on information assurance for classified systems. Verifies (through appropriate channels) users have appropriate security clearances and need to know. Provides initial IA briefing and annual refresher. * Reports security incidents (including classified messaging incidents) and assists with the resulting investigation as required. Ensures proper protection or corrective measures have been taken. * Communicates regularly with Government (and Aerospace) customers for status of requests and facilitating the completion of requests. What You Need to be Successful - Security Manager Information Assurance Minimum Requirements: * High school diploma with 10 or more years of experience or Bachelor's degree with 5 or more years of experience * Must communicate clearly and in a professional manner (verbal, written, presentations, etc.) * Ability to simultaneously manage multiple assets through the assessment and authorization (A&A) process to obtain the Authorization to Operate (ATO) * DoD 8570/8140 IAM level II or II certification (CISSP, GSLC, CISM) or have within 6 months of hire. * This position requires a current TS/SCI with CI Poly, 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: * 8 or more years of relevant information security management experience * Previous leadership experience in Information Assurance/Cybersecurity * TS/SCI with adjudicated polygraph * Experience with the assessment and authorization (A&A) process and obtaining Authorization to Operate (ATO) for multiple systems * Experience with the control families in NIST 800-53 and the tests necessary to show the controls have been properly implemented. Understanding of Confidentiality Integrity and Availability and how CNNSI 1253 determines these for federal information systems * Experience with ICD-503 and other Intelligence Community Directives/Standards * Experience in utilizing compliance and vulnerability tools; such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and Nessus * Experience with IA tools such as ArcSight, SNoW, TALON, * Understand Intelligence Community Vulnerability Alerts (ICVA) and Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) 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. (Min - Max) $127,100 - $190,600 Pay Basis: 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 * Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: * Comprehensive health care and wellness plans * Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation * Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options * 401(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 * Flexible spending accounts * Variable pay program for exceptional contributions * Relocation assistance * Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career * Education assistance programs * An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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. This requisition is intended for candidates who participated in the 2025 Aerospace Internship Program. You are applying for a position to return to the role for which you were an intern in 2025. The 2026 Aerospace Internship Program opportunities are paid full-time positions for a minimum of 10-weeks in the summer. 2026 Start/End Dates: We understand you need to plan for the summer months. You can pick one of the five assignment timelines that aligns to your summer plans. For example, if you start on 5/18, your internship assignment will end of 08/07. * Start 05/18/26 - End 08/07/26 * Start 05/26/26 - End 08/14/26 * Start 06/01/26 - End 08/21/26 * Start 06/08/26 - End 08/28/26 * Start 06/15/26 - End 09/04/26 Locations: Candidates must be willing to work onsite at an Aerospace location including but not limited to: El Segundo, CA, Vandenberg SFB, CA, Colorado Springs, CO, Greenbelt, MD, Albuquerque, NM, Houston, TX, Salt Lake City, UT, Chantilly, VA, Crystal City, VA, or Huntsville, AL. What You'll Be Doing * Assignments vary depending on the hiring organization, but you are applying to the same role for which you were an intern at Aerospace in 2025. * You will likely participate with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners * Applies standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks * Training and mentorship will be provided What Corporate Skills You'll Bring * Strong written and oral communication skills * Must work well in a team environment * Possess organizational, time management and project management skills * Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need * Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: * Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Aerospace Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber/Cyber Security, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Intelligence Studies, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials, Physics. Software Engineering, and Systems Engineering, Business, Communications, Accounting and other related disciplines. * Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship. * 2025 internship at The Aerospace Corporation. * This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. * Transcripts required. Temporary housing assistance is not available. The Aerospace Corporation is a proud member of Space Workforce for Tomorrow (SWFT), a growing coalition of leading space companies committed to collaboratively working toward a shared vision of expanding and providing opportunities for talent to join the exciting space industry. As part of this commitment, SWFT companies are focused on building a skilled, innovative, and sustainable space workforce required to maintain U.S. leadership in space for decades to come. Click here to learn more and register for the National Space Intern program. 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. (Min - Max) $18.00 - $48.00 Pay Basis: Hourly 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 * Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: * Comprehensive health care and wellness plans * Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation * Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options * 401(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 * Flexible spending accounts * Variable pay program for exceptional contributions * Relocation assistance * Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career * Education assistance programs * An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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. 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 Launch Systems Division (LSD) helps our customers develop innovative solutions in support of military, human space flight, and commercial applications by interfacing with organizations such as the United States Space Force, NASA, DARPA, NRO, and FAA. Our people provide customers timely, value added, decision quality information and analyses to solve technical and programmatic issues to outpace the threat. We are seeking a well-qualified individual (Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer - Systems and Mission Assurance Engineering) with proven leadership and outstanding communication abilities to be part of a team that supports and shapes the future of the Servicing, Mobility, and Logistics (SML) program (USSF/SSC/AAA) as part of the Assured Access to Space (AATS) Directorate. Our team provides technical subject matter expertise to support future SML procurements and engineering support in executing space vehicle prototype contract(s) to advance SML capabilities. The program will also focus on refueling satellites in space as well as capabilities such as space tugs, orbital debris mitigation and activities in cislunar space. Are you ready to launch your career in this exciting new mission area? Work Model The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility at Los Angeles Air Force Base. What You'll Be Doing * Work closely with AAE and SML Program Offices on program management and systems engineering * Coordinate and provide engineering support for SML prototype contract(s) * Provide technical expertise to support SML procurement strategy * Develop SML interface documents and standards * Communicate status and progress of technical activities, issues, and accomplishments through reports and briefings to Aerospace, Space Force, and contractor teams What You Need to be Successful - (Project Engineer - Systems and Mission Assurance Engineering) Minimum Requirements: * Typically, 6+ years of professional growth and related experience with space vehicle hardware * Some demonstrated understanding and experience with space vehicle design, assembly, testing, operations, and analysis * Track record in coordinating or participating on multi-disciplinary technical teams * Some demonstrated ability to work independently and directly with customers and a geographically dispersed team * Ability to travel as needed (mostly domestic) * This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance What You Need to be Successful - (Senior Project Engineer - Systems and Mission Assurance Engineering) Minimum Requirements: * 12+ years of professional growth and related experience with space vehicle hardware * Demonstrated understanding and experience with space vehicle design, assembly, testing, operations, and analysis * Track record in coordinating or participating on multi-disciplinary technical teams * Demonstrated ability to work independently and directly with customers and a geographically dispersed team * Ability to travel as needed (mostly domestic) * This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the US 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: * Expertise in design, analysis, and testing of spacecraft hardware * Hands-on experience working with small prototype space vehicles * Experience with Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Docking (RPOD), Servicing, Assembly, or Manufacturing * Experience with DoD requirements, budgeting, and procurement processes * Experience collaborating with the USSF, NASA, NRO/OSL and industry partners 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. (Min - Max) $117,300 - $226,900 Pay Basis: 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 * Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: * Comprehensive health care and wellness plans * Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation * Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options * 401(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 * Flexible spending accounts * Variable pay program for exceptional contributions * Relocation assistance * Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career * Education assistance programs * An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

Essential Duties:Work under HVAC A lead site technician(s) to Maintain, repair, calibrate, troubleshoot HVAC systems including pumps, motors, valves, chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, exhaust fans, air compressors, ducting, cold/hot coils, pneumatic actuated TCV's. Test and recharge refrigeration systems. Operate and maintain process water treatment in HVAC related piping. Required Skills:Journey level with a minimum of 5 - 10 years related experience. Operation and repair of centrifugal chillers up to 500 tons, reciprocating chillers, modular systems, gas-fired boilers, DX units, exhaust fans, cooling towers, water pumps, air compressors, pneumatic controls. Water treatment methods (PH control, testing and adjusting chemical balances).Data/spreadsheet tracking of equipment & parts, familiarity of CMMS (computer maintenance management systems) is desired. Clean room and laboratory environment HVAC requirements is desired. Knowledge of Industrial safety practices is desired.Desire to learn new skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Required Education:High School Diploma, HVAC certification, Water treatment, and/or other related certifications or training. Candidate who has completed a formalized HVAC apprenticeship program is preferred. Physical Requirements:Job requires ascending/descending ladders & stairs, bending, squatting, stooping, twisting, carrying, and lifting up to 50 pounds and other essential motor skills. Working in confined spaces. Special Requirements:US PersonValid Driver's license, Section 608 certification as required by (40 CFR part 82, subpart F), under the EPA Clean Air Act Requirements. Compensation:The pay range for this position is $53.01 - $59.00 per hour + bonus + benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base pay only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits. “This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.” We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

General Description:The Scaled Nanotechnology department at HRL is focused on developing new, multifunctional materials and coatings by controlling nano/micro-scale architecture to tailor properties such as wetting, heat transfer, ice nucleation, surface adhesion, reaction thermodynamics, kinetics, color, and elasticity. We are focused on using scalable processes to rapidly mature technologies from fundamental discovery to commercial products. Essential Duties:A successful candidate will perform chemical reactions and polymerizations at the benchtop and pilot-scale, working both independently and on a team. Duties will include setting up and performing chemical synthesis reactions (organic, sol-gel, polymer, and organometallic chemistry), material processing development to produce functional composites, along with documenting, analyzing, and reporting experimental results to the project manager. This position will involve the operation of analytical tools such as DSC, FTIR, UV-VIS, SEM, and TGA and interpretation of the results. Additional duties may also include maintenance of stocks and supplies, monitoring calibration status of lab instruments, and ensuring overall laboratory upkeep. Required Skills:Experience with good lab practices (documentation, safety procedures) is essential. Experience in a wet chemistry lab environment and synthesizing chemical compounds in a research environment is desired. Experience formulating and/or compounding of commercial products and associated characterization is desired.Experience with the use of computer software for data storage, organization, and analysis is also desired.Understanding of organic and polymer chemistry and some inorganic chemistry and physics. Knowledge of chemical analysis, thermal analysis, optical characterization, and basic computer skills (e.g., spreadsheets & word processing). Experience with maintenance of lab equipment is desirable. Required Education:Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or related field. Candidates with different experience levels may be considered for other positions. Physical Requirements:A successful candidate must be able to perform safely in a laboratory environment using materials synthesis and analysis equipment. Candidate is required to have good laboratory practice, ability to document and communicate results, and exercise safe handling of chemicals. Candidate is expected to work at the Malibu site for 40 h/week. Special Requirements:U.S. Person Status Compensation:The base salary range for this full-time position is $99,705 - $124,683 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits. This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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 Systems Engineering Division (SED) provides unmatched experience in systems engineering to the U.S. government and to numerous public and private agencies, universities, nonprofit organizations, consortia, and commercial companies involved in the advanced application of space technology. From systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization, astrodynamics, orbital debris, navigation, failure analysis, mission assurance, cost and schedule assessment, and economic market analysis, SED exploits an incredibly broad array of engineering and business disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs and national challenges. As part of SED, the Aerospace Mission Assurance Strategy Office (MASO)is looking for a Mission Assurance Strategy Director (Director - Enterprise Systems Engineering) to lead Aerospace in developing nimble mission assurance for application in rapid acquisitions, new technologies, and new acquisition constructs. MASO focuses on enterprise-wide mission assurance approaches, Mission Assurance as a Service (MAaaS), and process improvements for mission assurance. In this role, you will be responsible for: advancing mission assurance practices, working across the corporation and the enterprise to cultivate collaboration and integration, managing and disseminating corporate wisdom, and bringing a broad technical perspective to hard enterprise systems engineering problems. Work Model: This full-time position requires 100% onsite work in Chantilly VA, or El Segundo CA. What You'll Be Doing * Identify and develop mission assurance approaches that serve a highly dynamic future space industry and government customer contracting needs * Build bridges across Aerospace and its customers set to achieve end-to-end mission success, enterprise integration and efficiency * Evolve corporate processes, instructions, and standards to address the spectrum of Aerospace customers' needs for speed, resilience, and innovation in a contested environment * Manage and improve the corporate knowledge base and develop new ways of information sharing * Provide thought leadership to advance agile mission assurance, system of systems engineering, and systems engineering initiatives What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Director - Enterprise Systems Engineering * Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, science or math * 12 years of dynamically responsible relevant professional engineering / scientific experience, including direct program office experience and systems engineering experience * Direct experience in rapid acquisitions, on a design team, or at a development contractor * Moderate Travel Required * Proven experience in building and leading teams with diverse skills mix * Demonstrated oral and written communication skills * Current SCI access, which is issued by the US 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: * Advanced technical degree in engineering, science, or math * Aerospace ETG and Program Office leadership experience * Commercial contractor leadership experience * Experience managing remote staff * Current, or ability to obtain SAP accesses 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. (Min - Max) $168,200 - $252,400 Pay Basis: 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 * Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: * Comprehensive health care and wellness plans * Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation * Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options * 401(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 * Flexible spending accounts * Variable pay program for exceptional contributions * Relocation assistance * Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career * Education assistance programs * An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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. Modeling and Simulation Graduate Intern - Communication and Ground Architectures 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. The selected candidate will be required to work full time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA or Chantilly, VA What You'll Be Doing Work closely with Aerospace technical staff to provide analysis driving recommendations for research, development, and acquisition decisions for legacy and future customer communication and ground architectures Interact directly with local Aerospace personnel and collaborate with Aerospace personnel in other locations Perform end-to-end (E2E) performance evaluations and analysis-of-alternatives (AoA) using in-house or internally developed analysis tools Support development and sustainment of the organization's analysis and simulation tools and capabilities Develop and present timely and technically accurate presentations and reports that clearly communicate analysis results to technical leads, management, and customers What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Currently enrolled full-time in an advanced degree program from an accredited college or university in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, mathematics, or other related disciplines Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of the university term and the ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship Knowledge or coursework in modeling, simulation, or analysis in a relevant technical domain Experience with one or more software languages that may include Python, C++, or MATLAB This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Transcripts required How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Academic or internship experience working as a member of a technical team Academic or internship experience in space-related modeling, simulation, and analysis Academic or internship experience in communication, ground architecture, or data network modeling Experience developing and presenting analysis results to government customers Current TS or SCI security clearance Temporary housing assistance not available The Aerospace Corporation is a proud member of Space Workforce for Tomorrow (SWFT), a growing coalition of leading space companies committed to collaboratively working toward a shared vision of expanding and providing opportunities for talent to join the exciting space industry. As part of this commitment, SWFT companies are focused on building a skilled, innovative, and sustainable space workforce required to maintain U.S. leadership in space for decades to come. Click here to learn more and register for the National Space Intern program. 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. (Min - Max) $32.00 - $48.00Pay Basis: Hourly 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 Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(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 Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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. Job Summary The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Contracts Administrator (Contracts Administration Staff III). This position is responsible for preparing, negotiating, administering, and terminating standard and non-standard contracts, primarily for US government, commercial and international customers. This position conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications, and advises management of contractual rights and obligations. This position analyzes contractual data and provides recommendations to internal and external customers, as required. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, onsite at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You'll Be Doing Draft, review, and execute Nondisclosure Agreements (NDAs) with various commercial, international, and government customers Prepare, negotiate and execute proposals and contracts, managing the approval process in compliance with company policies and procedures Perform risk assessment of proposals and contracts terms and conditions to assist the program office in development of risk mitigation strategies Administer and manage contracts with an emphasis on analyzing the contracts' deliverables, special provisions, modifications, and terms and conditions Managing and ensuring that contract data is accurately captured in Aerospace's Contract Management Lifecycle (CMLS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system Understand, evaluate, and communicate contract provisions, clauses, and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR) clauses, flow-downs, and subcontract requirements; maintains official program records, including contractual documents and correspondence with customer What You Need to be Successful - Contracts Administration Staff III Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in related field Five or more years of contracts experience Experience in government and commercial contracts management, working on a diverse portfolio of contract types, customers, products and services Experience with FAR, DFAR, CAR, NFS and other federal acquisition regulations and codes Research and analysis skills, effective communications skills, ability to see the big picture Willingness and ability to travel on occasion How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Master's degree in related field Experience working directly with Federal Civil Agencies (e.g., NASA, DOC, DHS, DOT) Experience managing Commercial and/or International Contracts 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. (Min - Max) $84,600 - $126,900Pay Basis: 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 Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(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 Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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 Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Software Engineering Undergrad Intern for the Software Tools and Assurance Department within the Software Engineering Subdivision (SES) of the Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD). This position will be in El Segundo, CA. Job Summary Information 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. Work Model This position will be located 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA What You'll Be Doing Provide software development effort to a variety of Software centric projects with a strong emphasis on Open Source programming languages Participates with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners Applies standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks Training and mentorship will be provided Corporate Skills You Will Bring Strong written and oral communication skills Must work well in a team environment Must possess strong organizational, time management and project management skills Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations Demonstrate behavior that is consistent with the company's values of Dedication to Mission Success, Technical Excellence, Commitment to Our People, Objectivity and Integrity, and Innovation What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited college/university degree program pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related program Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full- time after completion of the internship Excellent problem-solving skills. Hands-on expertise with application design, software development, and automated testing Experienced in one or more common programming languages including Java, C/C++, and Python This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance Transcripts required How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: GPA of 3.5 or higher Experience in Full-stack web development Experience in model-based software engineering Experience in Agile software development Experience in distributed systems, cloud native application patterns and tools, micro services architectures, application migrations to any cloud platform Temporary housing assistance is not available. 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. (Min - Max) $26.00 - $30.00Pay Basis: Hourly 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 Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(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 Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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. Information 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. The Cyber Defense Solutions Department (CDSD) resides within ISCD and focuses on critical cyber research, development, and rapid prototyping in the areas of Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO), Hardware Security & Specialty Engineering (HSSE), Reverse Engineering & Exploit Development, and Spacecraft Security. We support a variety of customers including the Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC), the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), and other civil customers (e.g. NASA) to resolve unique challenges in implementation and research. We are looking for a Project Leader to lead a small team of engineers to perform reverse engineering and vulnerability research on unique space related hardware and software products. Candidates should be familiar with traditional offensive cyber tools, techniques, and procedures and have experience working with space systems. This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA, which requires 100% onsite work What You'll Be Doing Lead a team and projects in the areas of vulnerability research on hardware and software for space systems. Pair with other government agencies and contractors to develop innovative capabilities. Directly contribute to cybersecurity development prototype efforts as well as perform cybersecurity engineering assistance to Aerospace Program Office customers. Assist with developing and distributing project tasking to junior engineers. Mentor junior staff and interns in the department throughout the year. Assist with intern projects during the summer intern season. Collaborate with other Aerospace departments and external organizations to develop new technical demonstrations and capabilities. What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for the Project Leader - Cyber Security Architecture and Information Systems Security Bachelor's degree in Information Security/Technology, Computer Science, or STEM related subject area. 6 + years of relevant experience in a position related to cybersecurity, systems engineering, software development, embedded systems, or similar fields. Proven ability to take initiative, strategically plan and lead complex technical projects, and collaborate effectively. Background utilizing one or more programming languages including but not limited to C, C++, Java, Python, or Rust. Knowledge of various offensive cyber tools such as Kali, Metasploit, Ghidra, Burp Suite, and competitive (e.g. capture the flag) cyber experience. Specialized knowledge of satellite system design and technology. Experience using containerization technology such as Docker or Kubernetes. Holds one or more industry standard cybersecurity certifications (such as CISSP, C|EH, SANS, etc.) Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site approx. 20% of the time if required. This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a 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: Advanced degree in computer science or cybersecurity. OSCP certification. Developed defeats of common anti-RE techniques (obfuscation) Deep knowledge of file systems and formats (ELF,PR, Mach-O) Expert with bash, shell, PowerShell, and basic scripting on Linux and Windows platforms. Experience with orchestration and automation tools (Jenkins, Puppet, Chef, SOAR, etc.). Experience with various cloud offerings and services (AWS, VMWare, Azure, DISA mil Cloud). Current and active TS/SCI clearance 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. (Min - Max) $132,900 - $199,300Pay Basis: 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 Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(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 Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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. Job Summary The Aerospace Corporation operates as a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC), and we are uniquely positioned as a non-profit organization that helps our customers (both governmental and commercial) resolve issues primarily in the space domain. This environment fosters a serious and yet a cordial culture, a restrictive and yet cooperative workflow rhythm, and finally, being solution-oriented while cognizant of cost-effectiveness. Everyone within the internal audit team participates in audit engagements that encompass aspects of financial, operational, and compliance aspects, as well as supporting investigations. The Internal Audit (IA) department is led by the Chief Audit Executive (CAE)/Head of IA and supported by one manager plus five senior auditors. IA department reports directly to the Chairperson of the Audit Committee, and administratively to the Office of General Counsel and the CEO. The selected candidate will b required to work full-time, onsite at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You'll Be Doing Leads assurance and advisory projects by planning/executing the objectives, scope, and test procedures or consultation in accordance with the audit program. Conducts financial and operational audits by examining and verifying accounting, statistical, or operational records and/or procedures to determine the reliability and effectiveness of financial and control systems. Assesses process design adequacy and internal control effectiveness. Recommends improvements or enhancements to process design or internal controls. Identifies inefficient procedures and recommends cost control/saving measures. Prepares audit reports of findings and recommendations to management. Performs follow-up for management's action plan to address audit findings. Supports external auditors in the annual review of the Corporation's financial statements and benefit plans administration. Supports government auditors in their review of time recording, government property and other government reporting activities. Conducts risk assessment surveys to identify and measure risks in established operating areas. Supports in the development and execution of a comprehensive audit plan based on risk assessment and management's goals and objectives. Supports Hotline investigations. What You Need to be Successful - Internal Audit Staff III Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree highly desirable Six (6) or more years of experience in audit, or a combination of audit, finance and accounting. Experience in Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Experience in fraud, waste, and abuse investigations (Hotline) Experience with SAP S4 HANA, Concur, Ariba desirable. Ability and willingness to work in a team environment. Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) desirable. Experience with Uniform Grant Guidance (UGG) compliance requirements and filing desirable Certification/license in Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or other certifications relevant to the position. 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. (Min - Max) $84,600 - $126,900Pay Basis: 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 Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(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 Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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. Information 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. The 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 effectively leverage this 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 an Engineering 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. This is a fulltime position based in Chantilly, VA, or El Segundo, CA which requires 100% onsite work. This role will also be considered for our Colorado Springs ,Co office depending on business needs. What You'll Be Doing * Manage the Cloud Architecture & Strategy Section within CPAD comprised of talented Cloud Solutions Architects. This team is responsible for advising customers on how to design, implement, and maintain cloud architectures and strategies that are resilient, performant, efficient, secure, and cost effective. * Build a talented organization of Cloud Solutions Architects through recruiting, hiring, and on-boarding new staff * Develop staff through performance management, evaluation, coaching, and mentoring * Promote an innovative culture, maintain team morale, and monitor individual well-being and job satisfaction * Manage overall capabilities of the section, paying attention to health/status and adapting capabilities as customer needs evolve * Obtain, manage, and tailor cloud technology work assignments to staff skillsets * Ensure the technical quality of staff work products * Acquire necessary resources and make inter-organizational connections to enable staff to execute work efficiently * Interface with program office and government customers, other corporate support organizations, and other ETG departments * Collaborate with cloud department management and management in other departments (e.g., cybersecurity, data, AI) * Execute business administration functions (e.g., budget, resource allocation) * In addition to leadership and management functions, act as a technical leader and contributor: * Advise customers on best practices to design, implement, and maintain cloud architectures and strategies that are resilient, performant, efficient, secure, and cost effective * Research cutting edge cloud technologies and develop prototypes to demonstrate and benchmark their capabilities * Review customer cloud architectures and provide feedback on areas of improvement * Participate in deep technical discussions with government, contractors, and cloud vendors to ensure solutions are designed for successful deployment in cloud * Perform Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs) on multiple cloud solutions to help government space customers make more informed decisions * Provide guidance on how to properly plan and execute cloud migrations What You Need to be Successful - Engineering Manager - Cloud Computing Architecture Minimum Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field * At least 6 years of experience working with cloud systems and related technologies * Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams, coordinating complex technical tasks among team members, and translating customer needs into viable instructions for engineers * Demonstrated ability to initiate and complete tasks, learn new technical approaches, and interact effectively with a broad range of organizations * Demonstrated ability to create a positive team culture, mentor team members, and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams * Demonstrated experience with at least one public cloud vendor (e.g., Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform). * Experience in designing, developing, implementing, operating, and evolving cloud systems to support customers * Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site approx. 10%, if required. * This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a 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: * Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field * Certifications related to cloud computing (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect) * Experience with hiring, coaching, and developing personnel * Experience with large scale cloud systems that support a high number of users * Active security clearance issued by the U.S. Government 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. (Min - Max) $147,600 - $221,400 Pay Basis: 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 * Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: * Comprehensive health care and wellness plans * Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation * Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options * 401(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 * Flexible spending accounts * Variable pay program for exceptional contributions * Relocation assistance * Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career * Education assistance programs * An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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. Job Summary We are seeking a DevOps engineer with strong enterprise Windows expertise and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) skills who can develop and support processes to provision and maintain secure, hardened servers in both large enterprise networks as well as small standalone classified networks. The ideal candidate is familiar with the design, implementation and best practices for managing a large number of enterprise servers that prioritizes security using IaC. The ideal candidate excels at disciplined and well tested DevOps software development, has eagerness for continuous learning and improvement of DevOps and system administration skills. The ideal candidate has good written and oral communication skills and excels at documenting and training other staff to improve their DevOps operations and system troubleshooting skills. You'll be working with other corporate IT teams as well as Aerospace engineers to develop and maintain scientific and engineering workloads in support of mission success of critical national space assets. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA or Chantilly, VA. What You'll Be Doing Administer IaC for automated system provisioning and configuration management Develop, improve, and maintain IaC code Security hardening, compliance, and automation tasks Managing enterprise-scale Windows services and infrastructure Managing enterprise-scale virtual infrastructure What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for the Site Reliability Engineer Staff III: Bachelor's of Science in Computer Science / Engineering or equivalent experience Minimum 4 years experience in enterprise Windows system administration, including configuration, troubleshooting, and security hardening in enterprise environments Experience programming skills implementing infrastructure-as-code with tools like Puppet, PowerShell DSC, Terraform, Ansible, Python or PowerShell Experience with IaC for automated system management and configuration Experience with Git repositories and software development workflow Experience with automated provisioning tools (e.g. Terraform, Stacki, Cobbler, Kickstart) This position requires a TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Site Reliability Engineer Staff IV include: Strong programming skills implementing infrastructure-as-code with tools like Puppet, PowerShell DSC, Terraform, Ansible, Python or PowerShell Experience with IaC for automated system management and configuration in a large-scale enterprise environment Minimum 7 years experience in enterprise Windows system and Active Directory and Group Policy administration, including configuration, troubleshooting, and security hardening in enterprise environments Proven experience influencing and leading cross-functional teams Team leadership and experience mentoring other staff How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Certification: IaC certification, OS certification Experience provisioning new secure systems in both enterprise as well as smaller standalone networks Experience implementing and maintaining security accreditation Experience provisioning Windows systems and implementing configuration management compliant with DISA STIGs 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. (Min - Max) $135,200 - $220,000Pay Basis: 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 Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(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 Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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 Aerospace Corporation is hiring a MMIC/Microwave Engineering Graduate Intern for the Communication Electronics Department within the Mission Payloads Division (MPD). This position will be full-time, 100% onsite at our office in El Segundo, CA. Job Summary At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD), we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our country's space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics, sensors, radar, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration. With innovative laboratories and prototyping, MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense, intelligence community, and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD! The Communication Electronics Department's (CED's) engineers work directly with corporate and U.S. Government customers to ensure robust and resilient communications. CED is a vital contributor to national security by developing/ testing/ analyzing/ resolving anomalies in cutting-edge communication technologies from DC - 300GHz that enables secure, reliable, and resilient communications in challenging environments. We're looking for a MMIC Design and Characterization Engineer in CED's microwave laboratory for performing MMIC & microwave measurements, modeling, and simulation. We have substantial projects that need your innovative approaches, efforts, and technical leadership. Our academic-like inspiring atmosphere encourages collaboration with and continued learning from engineers who are leaders in their fields of expertise. We're also ready to learn from you. As an intern within CED, you will be involved in designing next-generation Gallium Nitride (GaN) microwave circuits, making on-wafer high frequency RF measurements, semiconductor modeling, designing and building RF boards and test fixtures, and learning the fundamentals you will need to be a successful RF/Microwave engineer. What You'll Be Doing On-wafer and coaxial microwave testbench development and use of setups for various RF measurements such as S-parameters, phase noise, etc. Analyze and design MMICs and microwave circuits such as power amplifiers (PAs), low noise amplifiers (LNAs), mixers, and more using design software such as ADS or HFSS, assist with building them in the lab, and testing them to extract key insights for customers. Develop models of GaN transistors by taking pulsed-IV, S-parameters, and load pull measurement and extracting device parameters. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to arrive at innovative solutions/answers to customer needs. Training and mentorship will be provided What Corporate Skills You'll Bring Strong written and oral communication skills Must work well in a team environment. Possess organizational, time management and project management skills. Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need. Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations. What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a M.S. or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship. Demonstrated understanding of fundamentals of analog/RF/microwave circuits, transmission line theory, and electromagnetics. Minimum GPA of 3.0 This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Transcripts required. How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: GPA 3.5 or higher Active security clearance Experience with design and simulation tools such as ADS, SPICE, OR Microwave Office OR HFSS Experience with RF measurements using Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, and Oscilloscopes Experience with on-wafer measurements and device characterization or modeling Project experience in building and measuring analog/microwave circuits such as LNAs, PAs, receivers, etc. Demonstrated leadership skills in organizing technical team meetings, developing technical presentations and sharing them among team members Proficiency in Python or MATLAB. Practical knowledge of a DC/analog/RF circuit design simulation software. Temporary housing assistance is not available. 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. (Min - Max) $35.00 - $38.00Pay Basis: Hourly 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 Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(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 Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We 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. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.