Mission Engineering Specialist / Senior Mission Engineering Specialist

The Aerospace Corporation

Chantilly, VA, USA
Base: $117,300 - $226,900 annually; bonus/equity: ...
Model based systems engineering mbse proficiency
Space intelligence or defense domain experience
Project planning and team leadership skills
The role involves designing system of systems models and developing analytical methods to evaluate program concepts for performance and resilience

Job Summary

  • The role involves designing system of systems models and developing analytical methods to evaluate program concepts for performance and resilience.
  • Candidates will lead project teams comprising Aerospace, customer, and contractor personnel to elicit needs and marshal technical expertise across multiple domains.
  • The position offers a competitive compensation package with comprehensive health care, a 401(k) plan with company-paid benefits, and relocation assistance.

Matching Summary

The role involves designing system of systems models and developing analytical methods to evaluate program concepts for performance and resilience.

Salary

Base: $117,300 - $226,900 annually; Bonus/Equity: Variable pay program for exceptional contributions; Benefits: Comprehensive health care, 401(k) up to 12%, paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Model Based Systems Engineering MBSE proficiency
  • Space intelligence or defense domain experience
  • Project planning and team leadership skills
  • Strategic decision-making artifact development
  • TS/SCI security clearance eligibility

Nice-to-have

  • Advanced degree in engineering or math
  • Hands-on SysML UAF or UPDM experience
  • Strong professional networks in defense community
  • Ability to break down complex problems
  • Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in technical field
  • 6+ years substantive experience in space or defense
  • U.S. citizenship required for security clearance
  • Willingness to travel domestically less than 10%

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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