Senior Tech Coordinator – OSW Space Technology Programs

The Aerospace Corporation

Senior Tech Coordinator & Advisor analyzing and guiding space technology initiatives for the Department of Defense. Collaborating with senior military and government officials on critical space technology matters.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeCrystal City • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $155,900 - $233,900 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leads technical analysis for official correspondence between military services, combat support agencies, the intelligence community, Congress, and the White House on space technology matters, including technology maturation assessments, transition strategies, and capability gap analysis.
Coordinates congressional response actions regarding space technology maturation, transfer, and transition, including preparation of technical briefings, position papers, and testimony support materials.
Develops technical strategies and roadmaps for priority space technology areas including Multi-Orbit Constellations, Beyond GPS/Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems, AI/ML for space systems, and emerging commercial space partnerships.
Conducts comprehensive technical assessments of space systems, architectures, and technology maturation efforts across the DoD space portfolio.
Performs data-driven analysis of system performance metrics, technical risk, and technology readiness levels to inform senior leader decision-making.
Develops architecture decision records (ADRs), technical strategy documents, and analytical reports on space technology trends, capability gaps, and investment priorities.
Provides expert technical translation between engineering teams and senior policy/operational leaders.
Supports technology transfer and transition analysis, identifying pathways from research through operational deployment.
Facilitates daily coordination across FFRDCs, UARCs, service laboratories (Air Force Research Laboratory, Naval Research Laboratory, Army Research Laboratory), and the industrial base to synchronize space technology development efforts and resolve technical integration challenges.
Integration leader for major working groups and oversight councils, including the PNT Oversight Council, Space Test Program coordination bodies, and other cross-organizational forums.
Identifies issues, prioritizes tasks, facilitates communications, and acts as spokesperson to OSW leadership.
Manages technical dependencies and interfaces across organizational boundaries to ensure alignment of space technology initiatives with strategic objectives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors degree in engineering, space related discipline, physics, computer science, real-world experience or applicable STEM area
12 or more years of progressive experience in space systems, aerospace engineering, or related technical fields
Demonstrated experience in senior technical leadership roles supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or NASA space programs
Proven track record of cross-organizational coordination across government, industry, and research institutions
Experience preparing technical analysis and recommendations for senior government officials (SES, Flag/General Officer level)
Experience with congressional engagement, including response coordination and technical briefing preparation
Deep understanding of space system architectures, including Multi-Orbit Constellations, satellite communications, PNT systems, and space-based sensing
Knowledge of emerging space technology areas including AI/ML applications for space systems, commercial space capabilities, and space domain awareness
Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes, technology maturation frameworks (TRLs, MRLs), and transition pathways
Understanding of space policy, strategy, and operational concepts
Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site/ domestically approx. 20%
Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required with ability to obtain SAP access, 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

Space Technology AnalysisCapability Gap AnalysisTechnology Maturation FrameworksData-Driven AnalysisArchitecture Decision RecordsMulti-Orbit ConstellationsPNT SystemsAI/ML Applications for SpaceTechnical Risk AssessmentSpace-Based Sensing

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsIssue IdentificationTask PrioritizationFacilitation SkillsSpokesperson Abilities

Certifications

Active Top Secret/SCI ClearanceAbility to Obtain SAP Access