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.
Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD)staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our
Intelligence Community (IC)
,
Department of Defense (
DoD
)
, and civilian customers.
The Cloud Platforms
and
Architectures Department
(CPAD)
goes beyond traditional software systems design and IT application hosting environments
. We
provide our customers with guidance and solutions for developing
,
deploying
, and
managing
cloud
software systems that are
highly secure, available, resilient, and scalabl
e.
We are looking for a
Cloud Solutions Architect
to
contribute to
the
delivery of these services. If
you're
a passionate and driven individual who is excited about developing advanced
cloud
solutions that keep our nation at the forefront of space systems capabilities, consider joining our team of talented engineers
.
This is a full-time position that is 100% onsite in Colorado Springs, CO.
What
You'll
Providing cloud subject matterexpertiseto DoD, IC, and Civil Space customers.
Providing technical leadership to deliver solutions that improve the performance, security,scalability,and reliability of cloud computing architectures, ensuring they meet customer requirements
Leading and developingproof-of-concept proto@types to help customers understand the latest cloud technologies
Providing guidance on reference cloud architectures and best practices for the space enterprise
Collaborating with a team of cloud subject matter experts to design, develop, andmaintainreliable, secure, and scalable cloud infrastructure
Conducting cloud architecture reviews of customer mission systems
Developing cloud migration strategies for customer mission systems
Performing cloud cost estimations and optimizations for customer mission systems
Growingdepartmental knowledge through work,training assignments, and technical leadership.
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum
Bachelor's degree inSTEM, with an emphasis inComputer Science or other sciences/engineering discipline
6or more years of relevant experienceinarchitecting, developing, andmaintainingenterprise-level systemsacross both traditional IT and cloud infrastructures
Proven ability to deploy, manage, andmaintainLinux or Microsoft Windows environments across multiple teams while implementing hypervisor and containerization technologies in multi-user, multi-server data centers.
Working knowledge ofautomating on-premises infrastructure deployments using configuration management and scripting tools, includingtroubleshootingand resolving automation-related issues for enterprise data center environments
Demonstratedexpertisewithbackup,recovery,continuityofoperations in a business environment
Experience with managing storage systems like SAN, NAS,FCoE(e.g.,NetApp,Dell EMC, HP Enterprise)
Proficient in TCP/IP, routing, switching, and secure protocols, with hands-on experience designing and troubleshooting network infrastructures in both traditional IT and cloud environments
Proven ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a cross-functional matrix organization
Willing to travel domestically up to 25%
This position requires ability to obtain andmaintaina security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship isrequiredto obtain a security clearance.
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Advanced degree in Computer Science or other sciences/engineering discipline
Hands-on experience designing, implementing, andoperatingcloudsystemssupporting real users
Proven experience with commercial or on-premises cloud platforms (e.g., VMware vSphere, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Rancher, Tanzu, or OpenShift)
Working knowledge of every layer in a cloud technology stack (e.g., virtualization infrastructure, operating systems, application hosting platforms, cloud native application design)
Develop and deploy automation solutions using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) methodologies (e.g., Terraform,Ansible,ARM/Bicep, CDK), integrate CI/CD pipelines, manage configurations, and implementadditionalautomation tools to achieve rapid, repeatable, and secure deployments.
Experience in managing data center operations andperforming infrastructure migrations across cloud platforms
Experiencewith cloud security concepts (e.g., network security, Identity and Access Management(IAM), encryption, security monitoring)
Experience in developing solutions that adhere to public sector security and compliance standards, including FedRAMP, DoD Impact Levels, and the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Certifications related to cloud computing (e.g.,Certified Kubernetes Administrator,AWS Solutions Architect)
Certifications related to cybersecurity (e.g.,CompTIASecurity+, CISSP)
Active security clearance issuedby the U.S. Government
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)
$129,000.00 - $193,500.00
Pay Basis: Annual
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
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including
