Senior Technology and Policy Integration Lead

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.

The National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community (IC) and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch.

From within the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), the National Intelligence Council for Space (NIC-Space) coordinates space policy, strategy, engagement, and the integration of all aspects of the Intelligence Community's efforts for the Space Enterprise. The Strategic Capabilities Office at ODNI advances the integration of mission priorities and capability needs across the IC to meet future challenges and opportunities in support of our Nation’s security. The Aerospace team supports both the NIC-Space and SCO leadership by providing deep technical guidance on space capabilities, operations, integration, and policy. Aerospace is looking for a Senior Technology and Policy Integration Lead (Senior Project Leader - Enterprise Systems Engineering).

This position is an 100% onsite role in Tysons Corner and Chantilly, Virginia.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Act as the primary Aerospace advisor to senior leaders across ODNI on issues related to space integration, policy, and strategy.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive awareness and understanding of current and developing national security space architectures, threats, and commercial systems.
• Advance the integration of projects that span across NIC-Space and SCO and help integrate technology by connecting experts across the IC and within Aerospace.
• Build and maintain relationships with other intelligence community elements and national security space organizations, facilitate the exchange of information and analysis, and perform research tasks to address future space systems with effective assessments & recommendations.
• Formulate, lead, and manage several, simultaneous high-performing and fast-paced teams of Aerospace subject matter experts in multiple disciplines to deliver strategic analysis and study results for senior customers.
• Operate strategically to propose new areas, projects, and tasks to expand Aerospace’s impact on IC/DoW enterprise space integration for multiple divisions and offices across ODNI and other IC elements.
• Mentor Aerospace team members to build up leadership capabilities and strategic understanding.
• You will collaborate throughout the Aerospace Engineering & Technology Group to proactively meet customer requirements with comprehensive technical expertise and the application of analytical tools.
• Engage with and coordinate with stakeholders across Aerospace and other IC elements to understand mission needs and operations.
• Perform duties, responsibilities, and activities assigned as needed.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Senior Project Leader – Enterprise Systems Engineering:

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in applicable STEM areas or other relevant disciplines
• 10 or more years of increasing responsibility and applicable experience in engineering, technical, or strategic planning roles
• Demonstrated effective skills in communication, organization, time management, and resource tracking.
• Experience in leading interagency or multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated experience in strategy and policy development within the IC, DoW, or space industry.
• Proven ability to quickly analyze technical material and provide clear, concise, and timely assessments in support of decision making and strategic planning.
• This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

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