Systems Director- Human Spaceflight and Space Operations

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.

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 the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), United States Geological Survey (USGS), and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), while extending our capabilities to other civilian federal government agencies fully integrated within Aerospace rules, regulations, processes, values, and behaviors.

Within CSG, the Human Exploration and Spaceflight (HESF) Division provides comprehensive support to NASA across all human spaceflight operations and program office activities. We are seeking a Systems Director (Systems Engineering) to lead the integration of HESF Division support to NASA's Space Operations Mission Directorate and Commercial Programs at the Johnson Space Center. The HESF Division comprises a team of specialized engineers who deliver technical and acquisition expertise, providing critical recommendations to NASA's human spaceflight and space technology enterprise. Our mission is to enable mission success across an extensive portfolio spanning space, ground, and user segments.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in Houston, TX

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage Aerospace Space Operations support within HESF.
• Provide technical and programmatic coordination across multiple organizations, including both customer and contract personnel.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with customer leadership.
• Establishes organization's objectives and goals and communicates them to subordinates, management, and interfacing matrix organizations; conduct organization's activities consistent with corporate policies/practices, goals, and objectives.
• Coordinate safety policy and requirements across multiple programs.
• Coordinate and provide recommendations to senior-level management.
• Participate in NASA forums and serve as a local representative across NASA JSC and NASA HQ.
• Develop periodic status reports and presentations.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for: Systems Director - Systems Engineering

• A bachelor's degree in engineering/science or another applicable STEM area
• At least 12+ years of progressively responsible professional experience and leadership roles
• Experience with NASA International Space Station and Commercial Crew
• Proven ability managing large portfolios from a financial and technical perspective
• Excellent verbal communication skills - clear, concise, persuasive; builds consensus through speaking; polished, professional style
• Excellent written communication skills - organize complex materials and concepts in clear and logical manner
• Demonstrated leadership skills including team building/leadership, conflict resolution, staffing and customer relationship building.
• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 10%
• This position may require the 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:

• An advanced degree in business or policy
• More than 20 years of progressively responsible professional experience and leadership roles
• Familiarity with international and commercial partnerships
• Proven ability to develop/maintain rapport and work effectively government and contractor personnel
• Demonstrated success working across multiple organizations that contribute to mission success

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)

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 equalopportunity 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,geneticinformation, 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 emailat peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org .You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.