Engineering Program Manager

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 technical expertise with 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.

The Systems Formulation & Implementation Directorate (SF&I) manages Aerospace Corporation technical support to NASA Langley Research Center and is seeking an Engineering Program Manager (MTS Casual III - Engineering Program Management) to help manage the portfolio of projects and studies as well as provide direct customer support on a range of areas.  The directorate is part of the Civil Systems Group (CSG) and performs a program office function for the corporation.

This is a CASUAL part time/remote role but will require periodic onsite support

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leveraging existing knowledge of current and emerging NASA programs and projects identify efficiencies for candidate implementation to speed delivery and outcomes
• Serve as subject matter expert (SME) in Safety and Mission Assurance (SMA)
• Perform senior review of technical deliverables to customers
• Develop and execute strategic plans in new project areas to support initiatives
• Engage with NASA customers to identify their hardest problems and work to find and communicate candidate solutions and recommendations
• Perform technical leadership of studies and analysis for customers

What You Need to be Successful- MTS Casual III - Engineering Program Management

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or technical discipline from an accredited university
• Minimum of 12 years of engineering/technical discipline experience, including experience in systems engineering, systems management, and project management. 
• Candidates must exhibit high initiative and have a track record of responsible project management, requiring someone highly organized, efficient, and able to prioritize multiple tasks. 
• Experience leading/advising multidisciplinary technical teams and programs  
• Prior experience in NASA Program Management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.  

How You Can Stand Out

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

• Advanced degree in engineering or technical discipline from an accredited university
• Space science and/or technology development background
• Experience in and leading systems engineering activities, including mission architecture, concept studies and trades, requirements, design, integration, test, and verification.
• Exhibits exceptionally high level of initiative and innovation
• Continually seek to identify candidate solutions to existing customers challenges
• Thorough knowledge of NASA Systems Engineering principles and processes
• Experience in ensuring program safety and mission assurance

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 equal opportunity 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, 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 peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.