Space Enterprise Design Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

. Support the design of innovative space systems, mission architectures, and their integration into end-to-end enterprise architectures .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $117,300 - $226,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Systems Engineering and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), with a strong focus on integrating complex systems and enterprise architectures. Proven ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to strategic planning and mission-focused solutions.

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Systems EngineeringModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)System Modeling Language (SysML)Strategic PlanningCross-Organizational Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Systems EngineeringModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)System Modeling Language (SysML)Unified Architecture Framework (UAF)System of Systems EngineeringConcept DesignEnterprise ArchitectingData IntegrationRisk AnalysisTechnical Solution Development

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCollaborationProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Enterprise ArchitecturesMission ArchitecturesStrategic RoadmappingProgram Objective Memorandum (POM)Department of Defense (DoD)Intelligence Community (IC)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the design of innovative space systems, mission architectures, and their integration into end-to-end enterprise architectures
Contribute to trades and analyses across the system, mission, and portfolio levels
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and evaluate space, ground, and communications network concepts and architectures
Help coordinate technical activities across geographically distributed teams and stakeholders
Contribute to integration efforts across multiple organizations, leveraging strong collaboration and technical breadth
Analyze complex technical challenges, identify risks, and help develop practical, mission-focused solution options
Support enterprise integration across disparate datasets to enhance mission understanding and inform decision-making
Contribute to strategic planning and strategic roadmapping activities tied to future mission and capability development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field
Experience in systems engineering, system or enterprise architecting, concept design, and/or model-based systems engineering
Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including System Modeling Language (SysML) and/or Unified Architecture Framework (UAF)
Knowledge of System of Systems Engineering and demonstrated systems thinking capabilities
Experience supporting or collaborating with cross-functional, cross-organizational teams
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to support periodic travel within the continental United States
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, on-site environment
U.S. citizenship is required for positions requiring a security clearance
For Sr. Project Engineer: additional engineering experience supporting complex systems, enterprise architectures, or mission-focused technical programs
For Sr. Project Engineer: experience with DoD and/or IC systems design, enterprise architectures, and/or space mission architectures
For Sr. Project Engineer: experience integrating information and analysis across disparate datasets
For Sr. Project Engineer: familiarity with strategic planning and strategic road mapping
For Sr. Project Engineer: experience working with or supporting Enterprise Architects
For Sr. Project Engineer: experience with or knowledge of the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) process
For Sr. Project Engineer: ability to collaborate with subject matter experts to develop technical positions, assess risks, and formulate courses of action
For Sr. Project Engineer: ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries in support of integrated mission outcomes

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