Building on The Aerospace Corporation's reputation as a trusted, impartial advisor with integrity and dedication to mission success, the Civil Systems Group (CSG) combines deep technical expertise with market-leading innovation to help our customers solve complex systems engineering and integration challenges. CSG is organized by core customer-facing lines of business to manage and grow programs within NASA, NOAA, and the NNSA, while extending our capabilities to other civilian federal government agencies fully integrated within Aerospace rules, regulations, processes, values, and behaviors.

We areseekingaRemote Sensing Systems Technical Expert (Project Leader- Client Technical Analysis) with phenomenology expertise to support licensing and compliance analysis (Project Engineer or Project Leader 64Client Technical Analysis)to provide technical, analytical, and programmatic support to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administrations (NOAA) Office of Space Commerce (OSC) andOffice ofCommercial Remote Sensing Regulatory Affairs (CRSRA). CRSRA is responsible for the licensing and regulatory oversight of U.S. companiesand non-governmental entities that own and operate space-based remote sensing satellites for commercial and other purposes.This full-time position falls within ourSpace BasedEnvironmentalMonitoring Directorate, part of the Federal and Commercial Programs Division, whichisa trusted NOAA partner.

This is a full-time position based in Washington, DC, which requires 100% onsite work.

What Youll Be Doing

• Leveraging expertise in a wide range oftechnicalareasrelated to remote sensing system capabilities, including: ground networks; cloud-based satellite operations; mission operations and flight control; satellite bus and payload design, integration, and control; orbit mechanics; satellite decay/deorbit analysis; communications systems; optical sensor characteristics; or radiofrequency performance characteristics. These activitiesrangeacross phenomenologies to include electro-optical and SAR (or other radiofrequency) remote sensing modalities.
• Providingdedicated support toCRSRA.
• Planningandconductinganalyses pertaining to thelicensing andcompliance of private remote sensing space systems, evaluating technical collection capabilities, system architecture, and operational activities.
• Conducting technical assessments of system capabilities to evaluate compliance with Federal law, regulations, and NOAA licenses via technical review, monitoring, and inquiries to the operators.
• Coordinatingkeysubject-matter experts to develop, execute, and deliver technical consultation to the CRSRA federal staff .
• Interfacingwith a wide range of CRSRAs U.S. Government partners on matters of licensing and compliance important to national security.
• Participatingin the development and execution of investigative plans, including on-site inspection of private remote sensing space system ground components, manufacturing facilities, mission control centers, and other infrastructure.
• Deliveringcomprehensive reports and analysis documenting technical specifications, capabilities, recommendations, and exploratory research to aid in the decision-making of CRSRA staff.

What You Need to be Successful - Project Leader 64Client Technical Analysis)

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited program in applicable STEM areas.
• 8 years,or more,of increasingly responsible and relevant professional experience in one or more of the following fields: space system design, development, or operation; electro-optical sensor design, manufacturing, or test; synthetic aperture radar design, manufacturing, or test; imagery product or data analysis, including data processing or image formation; space operations or operations analysis; space-related regulatory operations; commercial space policy analysis and development; corporate governance and business vetting.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise extreme attention to detail, includingtimelydelivery of comprehensive reports.
• Willing to travelapproximately10%of thetime, if required.
• This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a 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

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Demonstrated ability toidentifycustomer needs when not specifically asked or directed; and to propose, plan, execute, and deliver solutions to meet those needs.
• Expert knowledge of U.S. private remote sensing industry frontrunners, leading technologies, emerging activities, or other space industry capabilities.
• Hands-on experience designing, developing, and/or operating space systems; experience with imagery analysis, image formation, or using image products operationally.
• Possess an active TS/SCI clearance

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll 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)

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 64 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 otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.