MSFC Programs Senior Project Engineer

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.

Building on The Aerospace Corporation's reputation as a trusted, impartial advisor with integrity and dedication to mission success, the Civil Systems Group (CSG) combines deep technicalexpertisewith market-leading innovation to help our customers solve complex systems engineering and integration challenges. CSG is organized by core customer-facing lines of business to manage and grow programs within NASA, NOAA, and the NNSA, while extending our capabilities to other civilian federal government agencies fully integrated within Aerospace rules, regulations, processes, values, and behaviors.

We are looking for a MSFC Programs Senior Project Engineer (MTS Casual III- SystemsEngineering). This position, as part of CSG NASA Programs Divisionwillsupportthe Aerospace Program Office at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC)or NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC) providing subject matterexpertiseto exploration systems.Theroles can includedesign,analysis,planning,andprovidingstrategic guidance for programs, projects, and initiatives frominceptionthrough completion. This Senior Project Engineerwill support projectssuch aslaunch vehicles, spacecraft, habitat systems, environmental control and life support systems, ground operations, mission operations, and science and technology.This position willapplyknowledge from area of specialization / professional focus, and its related engineering concepts, approaches, methods, tools, and technology.

This is a casual(flexiblepart time)position,and theselected candidate willbe requiredto workon-siteat an Aerospace or NASA facility in Huntsville, ALorMerrit Island, FL.

WhatYou'llBe Doing

• Acts as senior technical authority, consultant, primary investigator, or team leader
• May lead or organize interfaces between customers' and Aerospace technical and management staff
• Coordinate large-scale technical efforts across program/project lines
• Initiate studies designed to solve new technical problems and provide new technical solutions within area of expertise
• Provide ongoing technical consultation and advice to management, customers, and contractors in area of specialization
• Take initiative to inform management of perceived technical problems andrecommendcourses of action
• Provide technical analyses, requirements, metrics, and overall systems engineering experience in workshops, control boards, and major milestone reviews.
• Establish andexpand relationships with NASA, other government agencies, commercial primes, international partners, academic institutions, and emerging space entrants.
• Partner with engineering and analysis teams to ensure compliance, technical quality, and mission relevance.
• Identifyemerging technologies and best practices to strengthen future space systems
• Work professionally with all levels of management, particularly senior customer officials

What You Need to be Successful -Senior Project Engineer (EngineeringProgram Management)

MinimumRequirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics,Scienceor related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in space systemsresearch, design, development, test, operations, and/orengineering
• Strong understanding of NASA programsand the NASA organization.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across technical and executive audiences, organizingcomplex technical and programmatic materials and concepts in clear and logical manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively in dynamic, multidisciplinary environments.
• Experience with technical assessments and flight hardware
• Ability to provide systems-based leadership in the areas of space, ground, and mission systems
• Demonstrated ability toestablishand maintain effective working relationships with customers
• Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally to support customer needs, approximately 10%
• Thisposition may require the ability to obtain andmaintaina security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship isrequiredto obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Master's degree or PhD inScience,Engineering, Aerospace Management, or Business Administration.
• Experience spanning multiple centers.
• Hands-on experience in systems engineering or technical program managementwith flight hardware.
• Demonstrated experience and leadership in technology maturation and capability development for NASA Exploration missions
• Experience with international partners.
• Familiarity ofNASA missionexpertise, skills, tools, analytical capabilities, computingresourcesand laboratory facilities
• Experience with currentNASAmanagement policies, practices, and systemsassociated withexploration systems.

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)

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 equalopportunity 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,geneticinformation, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org .You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.