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Associate Director-March 2024
Colorado Springs
Mar 28, 2026
About Associate Director

  The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's spaceprograms, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technicalexpertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and developmentcenter (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space-delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, andcyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join ourteam, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thoughtleaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

  At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverseworkplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - tocarry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

  Job Summary

  The space industry and acquisition practices are going through an excitingtime of change. We are looking for a leader to strengthen our systemsengineering capabilities to help our customers' meet their mission challenges.

  The Systems Engineering Division (SED) provides unmatched experience insystems engineering to the U.S. government and to numerous public and privateagencies, universities, nonprofit organizations, consortia, andcommercial companies involved in the advanced application of space technology.From systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization,astrodynamics, orbital debris, navigation, failure analysis, missionassurance, cost and schedule assessment, and economic market analysis,SED exploits an incredibly broad array of engineering and business disciplinesagainst a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs and national challenges.

  The Agile Systems Engineering, Planning and Analysis (ASEPA) Departmentconcentrates on delivering strategic planning, pre-acquisition, andsystems engineering planning expertise and products to form a sound basis forspace, ground, launch, and airborne system program acquisition lifecycleactivities for the United States Space Force (USSF), Department ofEnergy (DOE), National Aeronautics and Space Administration(NASA), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA),Intelligence Community (IC) and other organizations.

  As theAssociateDirector, ASEPA Department, you provide leadership,planning and guidance to a high performing team.You work cooperatively withthe ASEPA Director in supervising the operations and staffing of thedepartment and in shaping its future. This position enables a hybrid workschedule which requires at least 4 days per week in an office depending oncustomer needs and requirements.

  What You'll Be Doing

  Establish and execute against the organization's objectives, goals, andperformance standards

  Strengthen the department's technical capabilities

  Collaborate strategically with staff from across the organization to advanceDepartment and customer project goals and plans

  Lead, develop, and participate in technical projects in the areasofStrategic Planning, Systems Engineering, and SystemsAcquisitionplanning

  Identify, select, and inspireengineering personnel;monitor the qualityof their work outputs

  Mentor staff, and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, andexcellence

  Maintain technical currency in strategic planning, acquisition, andsystems engineering practices

  What You Need to be Successful

  Minimum Requirements:

  Master's degreein engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, orrelated technical discipline

  Customer-facing experience in Strategic Planning, Acquisition and/orSystems Engineering

  12 years of relative and progressive experience in space systems

  Familiarity with systems engineering activities, to include systemrequirements and concept of operations development, risk and opportunityidentification, integration and verification planning and execution

  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to buildrapport a d trust with team member, upper management, and... For full infofollow application link.

  The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Actionemployer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in whichunique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producingsuperior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receiveconsideration foremployment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race,age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medicalconditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity orexpression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status,ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability,medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any othercharacteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individualwith a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online

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