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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. We remain committed to maintaining a safe environment for hiring as we look forward to the future of work. Click here for information on Aerospace's COVID-19 directives and safety procedures implemented to keep our workplace safe.The CCP S&MA Vehicle Engineering & Safety Products Leader acts as senior technical authority, consultant, primary investigator, or team leader. You may lead or organize interfaces between customers' and Aerospace technical and management staff. This position will also will for you to coordinate large-scale technical efforts across program/project lines.The position is on-site at the Kennedy Space Center.What You'll Be Doing- Support shall include: experienced design, development and hardware production engineer that will support the CCP SMA team to ensure the successful COFR and certification for the SpaceX Provider missions.
- Support shall include detailed review of highly technical product assurance actions for reuse and for the development of updated PAAs as each missions completes via a thorough risk based review.
- Support should include a strong mechanical engineering background that can act as vehicle safety engineer for multiple systems including ECLSS, thermal systems and other spacecraft and launch vehicle systems.
- Provide support to follow build and production schedules and to provide real time on the floor review of system changes that could change risk or surveillance needs. Strong understanding of the Provider production will be required but on the job training will be required within the CCP Provider's system.
- Serves as the integration leader and/or coordinator of a team of technical contributors, which may include advanced or senior level technical/project specialists. May serve as principal technical representative to customer, coordinating efforts on several smaller projects in concurrent operation or on portions of larger multi-phase/multi-disciplinary project. Identifies issues, prioritizes tasks, facilitates communications, and acts as spokesperson for the working group to management/ customers. Scopes requirements for and initiates acquisition of technical support from appropriate corporate resources including cost and economic or market analysis specialists, as appropriate. Monitors and may assist in development of budgets and other resource allocations to accomplish tasks, and may be given additional administrative coordination and management liaison responsibilities. Acts as senior mentor to team members, providing orientation, technical guidance and development insight. May participate in new business and/or technical planning efforts. May bring in tasks and projects beyond personal activities from internal and external sources.
- Bachelor's degree in an appropriate technical discipline from a recognized institution
- 10 or more years of increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including multi-disciplinary systems engineering and/or program management environments
- Exhibits exceptionally high level of innovation, creativeness, and initiative
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers
- Widely recognized internally and externally by peers, management, program office, Air Force, and contractors
- This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
- Willing to travel
- 12 or more years of space flight hardware processing experience.
- A Masters or PhD in an applicable field of study
- Personal experience working with SpaceX or Boeing
- Hands on experience with space flight hardware
- Project management or Leadership experience in a technical project
- 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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