The Aerospace Corporation

Real-time Launch Operations Software and Data Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation$86K — $129K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related STEM degree
  • 2+ years of experience in Telemetry Technology or Engineering
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or C++
  • Familiarity with Windows and Linux programming environments
  • Experience with software engineering and full lifecycle development
  • Ability to complete tasks independently and lead complex projects
  • U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance required.

Responsibilities

  • Develop software and data pipeline processing for real-time telemetry data
  • Innovate methods for data ingestion and transformation
  • Interface with legacy systems and cloud-native applications
  • Support performance assessments and resolve software anomalies
  • Deliver high-quality products and documentation on schedule

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
  • 401(k) Plan with generous company-paid benefit
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
  • Relocation assistance
  • Professional growth and development programs
  • Education assistance programs
  • Inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Full Job Description

The Engineering Applications Department (EAD) is seeking a Real-time Launch Operations Software and Data Engineer to develop next generation
software products and integrated enterprise capabilities that provide mission support through real-time processing and archiving of
launch vehicle telemetry data. You will be a member of a team building a scalable ingestion and processing data pipeline architecture. EAD
supports pre-launch, day-of-launch, sub-system, and major system tests for the Atlas V, Vulcan, Blue Origin New Glenn, and SpaceX Falcon
launch vehicles as a component of the Spacelift Telemetry Acquisition and Reporting System (STARS). STARS is a mission critical capability
used to certify the launch readiness of DoD and NRO space systems.


ISCD staff leverage cutting-edge information system technologies, including elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time
operating systems, and advanced visualization frameworks, combined with expertise in software architecture, AI, and cybersecurity to deliver
high-performance systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.


You will work closely with software engineers and launch vehicle analysts to engineer innovative solutions to meet our customer needs.


Work Model -
This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA, which requires 100% onsite work.


What You’ll Be Doing
The ideal candidate will be an active team member developing novel software products with an opportunity to engage cross-organizationally
potentially spanning data architectures, cloud migration, modeling & simulation, data science (AI/ML), advanced visualizations, mixed reality,
and embedded systems.

  • Develop software solutions and data pipeline processing of real-time vehicle telemetry data in support of launch operations forthe STARS facility.
  • Develop innovative methods to ingest and transform data and interface with legacy systems and enterprise cloud-native
  • applications to enable critical mission analyses.
  • Support performance assessment and anomaly resolution of software systems.
  • Deliver high quality products and documentation to customers on schedule.
  • Training and mentorship will be provided.

What You Need to be Successful – Member of Technical Staff – System Software Engineering
Minimum Requirements for the Member of Technical Staff – System Software Engineering:

  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science or Computer/Electrical Engineering or related STEM degree
  • 2+ years of Telemetry Technology or Engineering industry experience.
  • Experience in programing languages such as Java, Python, or C#, C++.
  • Familiar with Windows and Linux programming environments.
  • Proven ability to take initiative and successfully complete tasks, lead complex technical projects, and collaborate effectively.
  • Experience in software engineering, full lifecycle development, and advanced problem solving
  • Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site approx. 10% of the time if required.
  • This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, issued by the US government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.


In addition to the above, the minimum Requirements for the Senior Member of Technical Staff – System Software Engineering include:

  • 4+ years of Telemetry Technology or Engineering industry experience.
  • Proven experience in development and architecture of real-time data processing solutions
  • Proven ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences including other engineers, customers, and management

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

  • Active/Current security clearance
  • Knowledge of Telemetry-over-IP (TMoIP) streams
  • Knowledge of data analytics tools for data pipelines, cloud storage, and interactive visualization dashboards
  • Knowledge of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$86,600.00 - $129,800.00

Pay Basis: Annual

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

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

About The Aerospace Corporation

The Aerospace Corporation is a nonprofit corporation that operates a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) headquartered in El Segundo, California. The corporation provides technical guidance and advice on all aspects of space missions to military, civil, and commercial customers. Aerospace also designs and develops spacecraft, sensors, and other systems in support of national security, civil, and commercial customers. The corporation has more than 4,000 employees and operates a number of laboratories and test facilities across the United States.
Learn more about The Aerospace Corporation
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Founded
1960

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