Sr. SE&I Engineer, NNSA Programs
Company: The Aerospace Corporation
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: January 26, 2023
Job Description:
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.At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and
diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion
and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
This position will support the National Nuclear Security
Administration Defense Programs, through system engineering and
integration (SE&I) expertise. The candidate will develop and
execute studies to support Systems Engineering and Integration
activities for focus areas such as systems architecture analyses;
acquisition programmatic and technical development effectiveness
analysis; requirements development and analysis; and risk
assessments. This will require the candidate to work
collaboratively with acquisition and modernization program staff to
fully leverage the Aerospace Corporation's technical capabilities
in all relevant areas to best support the NNSA. The customer for
this position is the NNSA Office of Systems Engineering and
Integration.This position is is a hybrid position that can be
located in Albuquerque, NM or Alexandria, VA. What You'll Be
Doing
- Lead task execution and integration of technical analyses into
high quality, unified final products.
- Lead the definition and implementation planning for deploying
Mission Assurance practices within the National Nuclear Security
Administration (NNSA) enterprise through the application of proven
scientific, engineering, quality, and program management principles
toward the goal of achieving mission success.
- Support NNSA Office of Systems Engineering and Integration,
NNSA weapons modernization programs and other NNSA offices with
system engineering and integration (SE&I) expertise.
- Conduct systems studies and analyses that support technical,
programmatic, and organizational decision-making on a variety of
acquisition and modernization projects.
- Perform studies such as systems architecture analyses,
technology development planning and evaluation, organizational
effectiveness studies, and risk assessments.
- Accomplish collaborations with program development and program
execution staff to fully leverage the Aerospace Corporation's
technical capabilities in all relevant areas to best support the
NNSA.
- Conduct technical analysis and develop Model Based Systems
Engineering and Model Based Development tool sets and capabilities
for acquisition programs and system lifecycle application and
utilization
- Represent the Aerospace Corporation to senior level
customers.What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements:
- A minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited university
in engineering, science, or other field of study coupled with
equivalent experience in technical operations and/or management of
advanced technology national security systems
- Twelve years of experience in the application of system
engineering, requirements engineering and analysis, risk
management, quality; demonstrated knowledge of management
principles to achieve success of a design, development, testing,
deployment, and operations process, and identifying and mitigating
design, production, test, and field support deficiencies that are
critical to program success.
- Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a self-motivated and self-directed
manner.
Demonstrated teaming and leadership skills in tasks such as
formulating plans, leading studies, and utilizing internal
technology competency organizations.
- Demonstrated capability to perform analysis and lead technical
product delivery
- This position requires 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.
- Some travel is required.How You Can Stand Out
- An advanced degree in engineering, science, or related field of
study.
- Experience with Digital Engineering tool sets and/or analysis
programs for acquisition program management, design, and/or
production to include Cameo, Unified Architecture Framework,
MATLAB, MathWorks, Simulink, Wind River, Simics, ExtendSim,
Python
- A formal degree or certification in systems engineering and/or
project management.
- Experience in systems engineering, program controls and
quality, including tasks such as requirements flow-down, interface
definition, resource loaded schedules, documentation repositories,
change control processes, system performance analysis, programmatic
risk management, cost, schedule and performance trades, and
technology development investment analyses.
- Experience in the analysis of complex technical, programmatic,
and management environments for complex problem sets or large
acquisition programs.
- Knowledge of NNSA Defense Programs missions.
- Knowledge of Aerospace Engineering and Technology Group (ETG)
skills and capabilities.
- Hold current Top Secret ClearanceWays 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 respectWe are all unique, from diverse 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/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse
workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are
developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior
customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against
on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth,
and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender
identity or expression, color, religion,genetic information,
marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran
status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability,
or disability status and any other characteristic protected by
state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or
a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search
and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete
the job application process, please contact us by phone at
310.336.5432 or by email at ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also
review Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as
well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
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