Electronic Warfare Test Engineer/Sr. Electronic Warfare Test Engineer

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.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
This position will support planning and execution of Integrated Test and Requirements Verification of Electronic Systems for Space Force's Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM). Successful team member will provide technical analysis and test planning and execution support to integrated test teams focused on fielding capabilities. The role includes being a member of an integrated test team, providing requirements analysis and evaluation criteria for electronic warfare systems. The role will provide insights related to opportunities to integrate contractor test plans, development test plans and operational test plans.
This position is based in Colorado Springs, CO and primarily supports customers in Colorado Springs and Los Angeles, CA. This position is on-site and not compatible with teleworking.
What You'll Be Doing

• Work collaboratively as a technical advisor to Integrated Test Teams, in developing test designs and test plans, with follow on support to executing the plans and supporting post test analysis
• Providing experience-based support to developing, implementing and analyzing results from rigorous integrated development test and operational test
• Performing operational analysis of warfighting operational requirements and concepts of operation to build Measures of Effectiveness, Suitability and Performance
• Guiding a team of SMEs providing analytic support to defining critical test conditions based on modeling, simulation and analysis needs and validation, verification and accreditation requirements.

What You Need to be Successful for a Project Engineer
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or related technical field
• 8 or more years of progressively responsible professional experience with Electronic Warfare, Directed Energy, RF Spectrum Analysis or related technology, development and/or operations
• Experience with acquisition of USAF or USSF RF/DE Systems
• Experience working in teams to accomplish a systems engineering result
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• This positions requires a current SSBI and possess (or be immediately eligible for) a Top Secret SCI clearance and a SAP/SAR clearance, which is issued by the US government. US citizenship is required for a security clearance
• Ability to travel domestically

In addition to the above, Senior Project Engineer requires the following:

• 12 or more years of relevant technical experience in Electronic Warfare and acquisition, analysis, operations and/or program management.
• Proven ability to work within integrated Government, FFRDC, and SETA teams.
• Demonstrated strong technical leadership, interpersonal, and team building skills.
• High level of creativity, initiative systems thinking, and innovation.

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive to have two or more of the following:

• BS in Electrical Engineering and/or advanced degree in engineering, mathematics, science, computer science, or other technical discipline
• Experience with assessment and/or performance analysis experience, definition of test requirements/objectives
• Experience planning and/or executing live, virtual or constructive test
• Experience with space operations or related military discipline
• Experience working large, complex issues and the ability to break down problems into meaningful steps to accomplish with a team
• Familiarity with Air Force/National Security Space enterprise architecture
• Current applicable SAP/SAR accesses

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 - Mid - Max)
$113,150 - $147,050 - $201,400
Pay Basis: Annual
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.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
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 [email protected]. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.