Systems Director - GBSD/Sentinel Software

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 Nuclear Operations Directorate has an opening supporting the Sentinel program (Formally known as Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD)) with their software-intensive system acquisition.

Work Model

The position will be located at Hill Air Force Base (AFB) about 30 minutes north of Salt Lake City. This is an on-site position.

What You Will Be Doing

• Direct support to the Aerospace associate principal director leading our support to our local Air Force customer
• Coordinate and lead reach-back tasking of Aerospace’s matrixed Engineering Technical Group (ETG) workforce and other Aerospace locations as required
• Capability to work independently in providing your software engineering expertise to co-located AFNWC/NX staff and leadership on-site at Hill AFB
• Provide front-line engagement to USAF Sentinel Software leadership up to and including O-6/GS-15 level
• Apply thorough safety-critical software engineering guidance to the Sentinel program
• Participating in technical interchange and working group meetings to support software development and test planning, design, and execution including the IV&V of software in support of meeting system level requirements
• Coordinate and present technical and project status briefings to management and customers
• Prepare technical reports and presentations to disseminate findings, guidance, and technical information
• Build proactive relationships as a liaison for The Aerospace Corporation to Air Force and contractor personnel
• This requires less than 25% travel

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field
• Typically 12+ years of industry or USAF/DoD experience managing the development and testing of mission critical DoD embedded systems software in a large team of diverse customer and contractor professionals
• Experience on safety-critical software intensive programs
• This position requires a Secret clearance or SCI access and willingness to maintain. A security clearance is issued by the US government and US citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
• Willing to travel domestically, approx. 25%
• Current, or ability to acquire SAP accesses

How You Can Stand Out

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

• Masters or Ph.D. degree in a STEM field
• Experience managing and developing embedded systems software on successful software-intensive DoD MDAP or ACAT I acquisition programs
• Current TS/SCI

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

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