Project Engineer, NNSA Defense Programs

Project Engineer, NNSA Defense Programs

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This position will support the National Nuclear Security Administration Defense Programs, through system engineering and integration (SE&I) expertise. The candidate will develop and execute studies to support Systems Engineering and Integration activities that cover focus areas such as systems architecture analyses; technology development planning and evaluation; acquisition programmatic and technical development effectiveness analysis; requirements development and analysis; and risk assessments. This will require the candidate to work collaboratively with program development and program execution staff to fully leverage the Aerospace Corporation's technical capabilities in relevant areas to best support the NNSA.

This a hybrid position that can be located in either Alexandria, VA or Albuquerque, NM. The expectation is that the position will require 2-3 days/week of in office work.

What You'll Be Doing

• Apply knowledge of systems engineering processes, methods, MBSE tools, SysML and programmatic development and oversight roles to research, architect, implement, and deploy Digital Engineering solutions for use on acquisition modernization programs and Enterprise decision support processes
• Utilize Digital Engineering tools and platforms to capture stakeholder and system requirements, facilitate discussion and understanding of digital engineering solutions, and enhance the digital engineering culture
• Develop Systems Engineering process model and change management processes/procedures for models
• Integrate and combine models to address unique systems engineering problem sets
• Participate in converting from document-based to model-based architectures; participate in refactoring of existing models
• Conduct Modeling and Simulation activities
• Collaborate with internal technical support members and teams to develop optimized Digital Engineering solutions

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited university in engineering, science, or related field of study.
• 8 years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering elements and processes
• Proficiency in tools/programming such as Cameo, Unified Architecture Framework, MATLAB, MathWorks Simulink, Wind River, Simics, ExtendSim, Python
• Effective in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions 'Understanding of basic project leadership principles such as Schedule Performance Index/Cost Performance Index, Earned Value, Cost Account Management (CAM), and Statistical Process Controls
• Two years or more of experience in application of system engineering, risk management, quality, and management principles to achieve program success and MBSE application/implementation in systems engineering processes
• Demonstrated capability to perform analysis and technical product delivery, as evidenced through examples of recent integrated work products.
• This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
• Some travel is required.

How You Can Stand Out

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

• An advanced degree in engineering, science, or related field of study.
• A formal degree in systems engineering and/or project management.
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a self-motivated and self-directed manner.
• Demonstrated leadership and teaming skills in tasks such as formulating enterprise level solutions, executing and leading studies, collaborating with diverse teams to create holistic solutions through application of MBSE tools and methods.
• Hold a current Top Secret clearance

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 diverse 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.

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The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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 ieo.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review The Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law and the supplement , as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement .