Systems Director - Performance & Control Analysis at The Aerospace Corporation — Los Angeles AFB, CA

In the Vulcan Development and Operations (VDO) subdivision of DSG, we are seeking a Systems Director for Performance & Control Analysis. In this role, you will manage the team providing performance and control analysis of the Vulcan rocket, to help the US Space Force procure and assure successful space launches within the national security space launch (NSSL) program. You will ensure technically sound and objective assessments are provided, including actionable recommendations, within appropriate timelines and budget allocations. You will work with other managers in VDO to set strategy and achieve goals. And you will build, mentor, and sustain a team that provides technical depth and FFRDC unique capability while working closely with military, civilian, and contractor staff. The Vulcan rocket has been assigned the most exciting, unique, and critical launch missions. We seek someone to lead the performance and control analysis team, dedicated to the success of those missions and sustaining competitive space access into the future.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility at Los Angeles AFB in El Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the department performing systems-level analyses for mission design & performance, guidance, navigation, flight control, flight operations, day of launch winds, and flight software technical disciplines for Vulcan
• Perform day-to-day management of department activities and personnel, as well as direction to Aerospace’s matrixed Engineering and Technology Group (ETG)
• Build and maintain strong, interdisciplinary teams, working closely with Program Office customers to ensure customer satisfaction
• Promote staff development and mentor Program Office and ETG personnel
• Act as interface between staff, USSF SSC customer, launch vehicle contractor, and the NRO Office of Space Launch
• Mentor new Space Force officers to help them gain familiarity with technical processes and tasks associated with technical analysis disciplines
• Effectively communicate status and progress of management and technical activities, issues and accomplishments through written reports and presentations to Aerospace, Government customers, and contractor teams
• Provide real time support for tests, training, and launch of Vulcan missions
• Interact frequently and work closely with Aerospace management team

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Systems Director – Engineering Program Management and Systems Engineering:

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or related technical discipline from a recognized institution
• Twelve or more years of experience, relevant to launch vehicles, in at least one of the following technical areas: guidance and navigation, trajectory design, flight control, day of launch operations, separation systems, structures and structural dynamics, aerodynamics, control systems, vibro-acoustic and shock analysis, and/or day of launch capability placarding
• Experience in leadership of multi-disciplinary teams, including matrixed support
• Experience with developing, budgeting, and managing projects; demonstrated ability to do so while balancing technical and programmatic perspectives
• Experience with systems engineering and requirements verification
• Experience with mission assurance/success processes and demonstrated ability to apply them in the NSSL program context
• Ability to travel on a regular basis (approximately once per month)
• This position requires an active DoD Secret clearance; with ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI access. US citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

• Advanced degree in one of the disciplines identified as relevant to the position
• Previous line management and personnel development experience
• Strong interpersonal and team building skills; demonstrated through work across organizations and up and down organizational levels
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present clear, concise briefings and write well-crafted reports and assessments
• Demonstrated complex problem solving, well-founded technical recommendations
• Able to work in high intensity, fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities, and highly demanding customer
• Experience in mentoring and training of peers, team members and/or customers
• Demonstrates enterprise-level perspective with prior Program Office(s) and ETG experience
• Working knowledge of launch industry standards, practices, and organizations

(Min - Max)

$168,200.00 - $252,400.00

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

• 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

Equal Opportunity Commitment