The Aerospace Corporation · Schriever SFB, CO

Sr. Space Architectures Systems Engineer at The Aerospace Corporation — Schriever SFB, CO

Full-timeSchriever SFB, CO$151,300–$226,900/yearPosted 2026-06-25Apply on Workday
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Full job description

The Missile Defense Space Architectures department directly supports the Missile Defense Agency’s Space Capabilities office (DCS). As the primary interface to this component of MDA, we help our customer understand their acquisition and development requirements, coordinate and provide technical expertise through our extensive reachback model, and ensure success across a variety of projects. We are looking for a Space Architectures Systems Engineer (Sr. Project Engineer – Enterprise Systems Engineering) to be embedded with our customer, supporting high-level architecture design and decision making, both within DCS and between DCS and other government entities (e.g. SWAC, JOG, MWTD CPO, GDA, etc.).

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time on-site at Schriever SFB in Colorado Springs, CO.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Supporting MDA Space Capabilities office (DCS) systems engineering activities across multiple programs
  • Collaborating with the government team, including other FFRDC, UARC, and SETA personnel, to ensure mission success
  • Interfacing with other government entities in cooperative design and architecture efforts
  • Representing Aerospace as a technical authority in high-level planning and decision meetings

What You Need to be Successful -

Minimum Requirements Sr. Project Engineer – Enterprise Systems Engineering:

  • Engineering, Math, or Science degree from a recognized higher education institution
  • 12 or more years of professional experience in space vehicle systems
  • Knowledge and experience in the development of space systems and payloads
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers
  • Effective oral and written communication skills and an ability to interact effectively with all levels of Aerospace, government, and contractor personnel
  • Some travel is required
  • This position requires a current and active Top Secret/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

  • Advanced engineering degree
  • Knowledge and experience with Missile Defense and Missile Warning mission areas and operational architectures
  • Demonstrated impact on fielded space system or demonstration

(Min - Max)

$151,300.00 - $226,900.00

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