2026 System Architect - Enterprise Systems Engineering

The Aerospace Corporation

Chantilly, VA, USA
$100,000.00 - $110,000.00 py
Onsite (minimum 4 days per week)
System architecting methods and tools
Human spaceflight systems and missions
Model-based systems engineering
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a 2026 System Architect specializing in Enterprise Systems Engineering to join their team focused on human spaceflight systems. The ideal candidate should have a master's degree in a related field and a demonstrated interest in system architecting, particularly in the context of space missions. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits, with a strong emphasis on professional development

Job Summary

  • Work as a key contributor in the Concept Design Center (CDC) System Architecture Team (SAT), a concurrent engineering design team responsible for performing mission concept design, analysis of alternatives, and architecture-level trade studies for various government agencies.
  • Apply and develop disciplined system architecting methods, processes, and tools in a broad range of architecture-level assessment, modeling, analysis, and conceptual design activities, with particular emphasis on human spaceflight systems and missions.
  • Collaborate with other Aerospace personnel to marshal technical expertise in multiple technical disciplines and domains to enable concurrent engineering approaches to address complex problems.

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The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a 2026 System Architect specializing in Enterprise Systems Engineering to join their team focused on human spaceflight systems. The ideal candidate should have a master's degree in a related field and a demonstrated interest in system architecting, particularly in the context of space missions. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits, with a strong emphasis on professional development.

Salary

$100,000.00 - $110,000.00

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • System architecting methods and tools
  • Human spaceflight systems and missions
  • Model-based systems engineering
  • Digital engineering capabilities
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Technical expertise in space/nuclear domains

Nice-to-have

  • Organizing and leading cross-functional teams
  • Space system architecture conceptual design
  • Human factors research
  • Human systems integration
  • Crew operations and life support systems

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in relevant field
  • 0-1 year industry experience
  • Experience in system architecting or systems engineering
  • Demonstrated interest in human spaceflight
  • Ability to obtain TS/SCI security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship required

Work Rights

TS/SCI security clearance required

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