Space Vehicle Systems Engineer/sr. Space Vehicle Systems Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

Colorado Springs, CO, US
Base: $117,300 - $226,900 annually; bonus/equity: ...
Space vehicle systems design and development
Collaboration with government and contractors
Security clearance eligibility
The Aerospace Corporation provides unmatched technical expertise supporting national security space programs including satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems

Job Summary

  • The Aerospace Corporation provides unmatched technical expertise supporting national security space programs including satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems.
  • The role involves supporting the Missile Defense Agency’s DSS program through collaboration with government teams and contractors to ensure mission success.
  • Employees receive competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within an inclusive and flexible work environment.

Matching Summary

The Aerospace Corporation provides unmatched technical expertise supporting national security space programs including satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems.

Salary

Base: $117,300 - $226,900 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive health care, 401(k), paid leave, relocation assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Space vehicle systems design and development
  • Collaboration with government and contractors
  • Security clearance eligibility
  • On-site work at Schriever SFB Colorado Springs
  • Support for Missile Defense Agency space programs

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership and team coordination experience
  • Strategic operation and change leadership
  • Innovation and impact on fielded systems
  • Professional growth and development focus
  • Inclusive and flexible work environment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline
  • 8+ years space vehicle systems engineering experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • 12+ years experience for senior role
  • Demonstrated programmatic impact and leadership for senior role

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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