Orbital Mechanics & Launch SME (SSDP/Multi-Domain Effects Division) Job at The Aerospace Corporation
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.
The Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, developmental planning, system of systems engineering, and threat reduction to help shape future space missions across the national security space enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including, the United States Space Force, the Department of the Air Force, the Missile Defense Agency, U.S. Space Command, U.S. Strategic Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of services and support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers but also horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation.
Space Enterprise and Warfighting Division, Space Security Technologies Department provides high-quality analytical support to the Space Security and Defense Program (SSDP) and the USSF’s Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC), advising the Government on the design of future space forces to win the next war.
This position requires 100% onsite work in the office, in classified spaces, and is not eligible for telework. This role is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
What You'll Be Doing
- The duties include providing direct technical support to SSDP’s Multi-Domain Effects Division, coordinating with division customers and personnel, as well as SSDP Mission Partners.
- You will participate in and lead teams of program office and ETG personnel to solve difficult problems for the customer.
- You will be responsible for communicating technical solutions to users who do not necessarily have detailed space expertise.
- This position requires travel, up to 25% of the time.
What You Need To Be Successful
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in an appropriate technical subject area
- 6 or more years of increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including experience in a program office environment
- Deep technical knowledge of at least one of the following topics: orbital mechanics, flight dynamics, launch systems.
- Experience working on at least one DoD or IC space or ground program
- Clear written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated effectiveness in working with customer and contractor personnel
- Candidate must be a self-starter and have a proven track record of working with minimum supervision and to interact effectively with other subject matter experts, Space Force personnel, SETAs, other FFRDCs, and contractor personnel.
- Current Top Secret/SCI clearance with a CI polygraph. This is issued by the U.S. Government, U.S. citizenship is required.
- Current SAP/SAR clearances.
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of the following:
- Deep technical knowledge of all the following topics: orbital mechanics, flight dynamics, launch systems.
- Familiarity with Engineering and Technology Group modeling, simulation, and analysis capabilities.
- A knowledge of local Aerospace Corporation capabilities in the Colorado Springs, CO area
- Experience working as part of a geographically distributed team
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 - Mid - Max)
$103,285 - $168,019 - $232,752
Pay Basis: Annual
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:
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Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
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Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
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Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
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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
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Flexible spending accounts
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Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
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Relocation assistance
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Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
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Education assistance programs
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An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We 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
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