Sr. Lead Software Architect

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

The National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its Mission Partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch.

We are seeking a Sr. Lead Software Architect (Senior Project Leader - Software Architecture Engineering & Cloud Computing Architecture ) to lead multiple IT-related teams in support of command, control, and communications (C3) systems in the NRO SIGINT Directorate. The purpose of the position is to establish and lead multiple simultaneous IT-related projects of Aerospace subject matter experts recommending alternative acquisition, architecture, design, and implementation solutions for the customer.

Work Model

This position requires 100% on-site work at a customer facility in Chantilly, VA.

What You'll Be Doing

• Coordinating with and leading broad range of multi-discipline Aerospace engineering teams (with technical skills including cloud technologies, AI/ML, zero-trust/cyber-security, networking, systems engineering, modeling, etc.)
• Interfacing daily with the customer, SETA, and developer teams;
• Leading the Aerospace team in the execution of the assessments, analysis, and research responsibilities, to include the coordination of subject matter experts and the integration of inputs to provide corporate and customer leadership with technical advice on modern IT systems;
• Presenting recommended project plans and execution status with management and customers;
• Providing project leadership throughout the life cycle of multiple simultaneous projects;
• Assisting in the development of program acquisitions and/or task orders and contract evaluations.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Senior Project Leader - Software Architecture Engineering & Cloud Computing Architecture:

• Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) or related technical field;
• Ten years of professional IT-related, systems engineering, and/or project management experience with increasing responsibilities;
• Experience with modern IT systems (i.e. acquisition, architecture, design, development, integration, sustainment, operations, etc.);
• Ability to lead in a geographically-dispersed team environment;
• Occasional travel required
• This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph, 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:

• Experience in network architecture & design, ground communications techniques, optical communication systems, radio frequency (RF) communications, or enterprise systems engineering;
• Experience with service-oriented architectures;
• Familiarity with Government acquisition policies and regulations including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Other Transactional Authority (OTA) acquisitions;
• Ability to communicate modern technology and engineering processes to non-technical teams;
• Experience in communicating Agile Development in a government acquisition environment;
• Understanding of DevSecOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD);
• Experience with advanced IT capabilities including private, public and hybrid cloud techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with customers;
• Strong interpersonal, communication, time management, and task management skills;

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.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal , as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement .