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 Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace's strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division
leverages
a broad array of engineering disciplines against a dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities.
As part of the Enterprise Design Subdivision (EDS), the Portfolio Analysis Department (PAD) drives responsive and comprehensive trades in customer portfolios. Working closely with corporate program offices, PAD delivers portfolio decision insights that expand options for senior leaders and accelerates delivery of end effects. PAD integratestechnical
expertise
, system analysis, and design capabilities from across the corporation.The Director of the Portfolio Analysis Department will lead these efforts, build partnerships with customers, and ensure the team is staffed with top talent to solve complex challenges.
Work Model:
This full-time position requires 100% onsite work inEl Segundo CA,Colorado Springs CO,orChantilly VA.
What
You'll
Be Doing:
Develop the vision and direction for the department to execute and enhance corporate capabilities that inform our customers' architecture, systems-of-systems, and enterprise decisions.
EnsurePortfolio Analysis Department and related corporateactivities fullyleverageexpertisefrom across Aerospace,incorporating best practices inenterprise systems engineering.
Manage the department, including staff performance reviews, resource allocation, and personnel management, and recommend performance improvements, career development, personnel actions, and awards.
Serve as the primary contact for program office inquiries, frame problems, develop implementation plans, and identifyappropriate personnelbased onexpertise.
Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration,maintainrobust relationships with peer organizations, and lead multi-discipline analyst teams.
Identifynew partnerships for future portfolio analysis growth in customer impact.
Coordinate and manage complex technical tasks among customers, ensuring quality and accuracy of work products.
Recruit, onboard, and develop staff through performance management, mentoring, and coaching.
Collaborate with subdivision leadership to cultivate an effective national organization.
Lead technical activities, organize project teams, and execute a variety of architecture conceptualization, assessment, analysis, and portfolio analysis activities.
What You Need to be a Successful Director, Portfolio Analysis Department
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, physics, operations research, mathematics, or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and equivalent technical experience
Typically10 or more yearsdemonstratedexperience leading engineering studies and analysis teams, managing/coordinating complex technical tasks among team members, and translating customer needs into actionable tasks for analysts
Demonstratedleadership of multidisciplinary teams involving system design,acquisitionand/or operations in one or more of the following areas: space systems, ground systems, launch systems, or operations
Experience in hiring, supervising, mentoring, and inspiring staff
Proven ability toinitiateand lead project teams, develop project plans,identifyhigh-impact deliverables, and manage schedule commitments
Exceptional time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and to lead cross-functional teams
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present methods and results effectively
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to change, manage ambiguity, anddemonstrateinitiative under pressure
Ability to travelapproximately 15-25% of the time
This position requires a current and active TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government, and the ability to pass a CI Polygraph. 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:
A graduate degree or extensive work experienceinrelevant fields
Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE), digital engineering, system of systems engineering, and/or enterprise systems engineering/architecting
A reputation for expanding the knowledge and/or application of systems-of-systems engineering and architecting discipline, literature, tools, and processes
Prior experience with related Aerospace architecting and design capabilities (CDC, PDST, MBSE, Digital Engineering), or experience with portfolio management tools and processes
Experienceleveragingor integrating commercial capabilities/services into space mission architectures
Experience collaborating with multiple Aerospace program offices and customers
Strong interpersonal networks within Aerospace and customer organizations
Strong connections and working experience with the National SecuritySpaceCommunity
Experience withor supporting the acquisition ofspacecraft, payloads, ground systems, launch systems, missile systems, nuclear weapon systems, and/oraircraftsystems
A proven ability toestablishand maintain effective working relationships with contractors, customers, and corporate staff
Experience leading or managing a geographically distributed team, including remote employees
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)
$168,200.00 - $252,400.00
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, a
