The Aerospace Corporation Hiring for Engineering Specialist at El Segundo, CA, United States Full Time

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.

Job Summary

The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas and data behind current and future systems supplying innovative research and development;

technical evaluations during the acquisition process; conceptual and detailed design; assembly, integration, and test; and operational support.

• Comprised primarily of highly trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering;
• guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion;

thermal control; orbital mechanics; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments.

The Electromechanical Control Department (ECD) is charged with the responsibility of providing technical support in the areas of hardware used for spacecraft and launch vehicles, as well as terrestrial and aerial applications.

We specialize in mission critical control sensor and actuator , including Electric Motors, Gyroscopes and IMUs, Accelerometers, Gimbals, Steering Mirrors, Encoders & Resolvers, Star Trackers, GPS Receivers, Capacitive & Inductive Sensors, Servo Mechanism, Thrust Vector Control, and Reaction Wheels.

As an Engineering Specialist in ECD, you will plan and conduct technical studies and experimental investigations to support customer programs, interacting with government customers, program management, and contractors .

This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA which will follow a hybrid work model, offering partially remote work as business needs allow.

What You’ll Be Doing

Technical studies often involv ing evaluation, analysis, modeling or simulation of control systems and their components

Experimental investigations in the Mechatronics Research Laboratory (managed by ECD) and / or other Aerospace labs may include controller design and implementation, data reduction and visualization, sensor and actuator performance evaluation, and electro-optical systems calibration and alignment

Tasks typically involve interaction with government customers, program management, and contractors to s upport multiple programs .

C learly communicat e the results of studies while working with both internal and external customers and stakeholders as a technical authority, consultant, primary investigator, or project leader

You should have strong people skills which includes : coaching, mentoring, training, motivating and directing employees to optimize workplace productivity and promote professional growth

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent is required

8) years of applicable professional or educational experience is required

Expertise in laboratory experimentation, test strategy development, experiment design, and integration and testing

A strong working knowledge of electronics, mechanical design, control systems, inertial sensors, and actuators applicable to spacecraft and / or launch vehicles

Experience performing technical support in complex environments (multi-program, multi-agency) involving customers, program offices, engineering support, and contractors

Proficiency in tools such as MATLAB / Simulink, dSPACE , LabVIEW, SolidWorks, C / C++, Python

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for interactions with management, program offices, customers, contractors, and colleagues

Flexibility for up to 10 % travel and availability during non-standard hours to meet customer demands

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship is a requirement

How You Can Stand Out

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

Advanced degree in a STEM field or equivalent is preferred

Expertise in areas such as : space vehicle control electronics and avionics systems, electronic circuit design and analysis, laser communications and optics, signal processing and filtering, real-time software development, GPS receiver testing and associated algorithms is strongly preferred

Familiarity with launch vehicle and satellite payloads and control, their relationships to other subsystems, and to mission-level performance is desirable

Ability to provide innovative solutions to challenging technical problems

Experience in building and leading a product team

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of customer, corporate staff, and contractors

Demonstrated ability to i dentify new business and bring in tasks and projects from internal and external sources

Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS / SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government is strongly preferred.

U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

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)

$103,300 – $127,650 – $152,000

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 :

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 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.

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