Ground Systems Concept Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

Ground Systems Concept Engineer at Aerospace providing engineering support and designing solutions for U.S. Space Force and other clients.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeChantilly • California, Colorado, New Mexico, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Providing concept exploration and engineering support of ground systems for customer programs
Leading and participating in conceptual and preliminary design studies and trades of ground systems, to include multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Evaluating ground system design and architecture concepts and participating in design reviews
Working with government and program office personnel and technical experts across Aerospace
Developing tools and models that support ground system concept design and analysis activities
Mentoring junior members of the department

Requirements

What you’ll need

A strong knowledge of ground systems , spacecraft systems, and systems engineering principles
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to change, and demonstrate initiative under pressure
8 + years of relevant experience in leading, developing and working on multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Demonstrated experience in developing ground systems concepts
Demonstrated experience in mission control or mission processing systems for space systems
Demonstrated experience in concurrent engineering tools, processes, and methodologies
Demonstrated ability to work independently and conduct long-term technical studies for geographically dispersed programs
Occasional domestic travel
A current and active Top Secret/SCI security clearance issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

ground systemsspacecraft systemssystems engineeringmulti-disciplinary engineeringmission control systemsmission processing systemsconcurrent engineering toolsdesign reviewsconcept designtechnical studies

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringadaptabilityinitiativeindependencecollaborationproblem-solvingcommunicationtime managementpressure management

Certifications

Top Secret/SCI security clearance