Systems Architect

The Aerospace Corporation

. Lead and participate in architecture studies of varying system complexity .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,300 - $150,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in system architecting methods and model-based systems engineering (MBSE), with a strong ability to perform architecture-level assessments and conceptual design activities. Capable of effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to address complex engineering challenges.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PhD In EngineeringSystem ArchitectingModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)SysMLSpace System Architecture

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Hard Skills

Architecture AssessmentConceptual DesignGap AnalysisAnalytical MethodsTrade Space AssessmentModelingSystem EngineeringConcurrent Engineering TechniquesDigital Engineering CapabilitiesRequirements Elicitation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsMentoringCollaborationNetworking

Tools & Technologies

SysMLUAFUPDM

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Spacecraft SystemsPayloadsGround SystemsLaunch SystemsMissile SystemsNuclear Weapon SystemsAircraft Systems

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and participate in architecture studies of varying system complexity
Work with multidisciplinary engineering teams on problem framing, gap analysis, and trade space assessment
Apply and develop system architecting methods, processes, and tools
Perform architecture-level assessment, modeling, analysis, and conceptual design activities
Use, develop, and integrate analytical methods and tools to evaluate architectural concepts and system conceptual designs for cost, schedule, performance, risk, resilience, and other characteristics
Architect and implement MBSE and digital engineering capabilities
Elicit and identify needs, requirements, and constraints for studies with program office, customer, and contractor personnel
Mentor junior staff and support study scoping, planning, and execution
Communicate task status, methods, results, and recommendations in briefings and formal technical reports
Collaborate across technical disciplines and domains to address complex problems

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD in engineering, science, or related technical field (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
0-1 year of industry experience
Experience/coursework/projects in system or enterprise architecting, systems engineering, concept design, and/or model-based systems engineering
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present methods and results effectively in briefings, formal reports, and informal communications
Excellent interpersonal and networking skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse set of collaborators
Ability to learn new skills and acquire knowledge through self-study and proactive engagement with mentors and subject matter experts
Available and willing to travel domestically and internationally approx. 5-10%
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance
Transcripts required
Experience with space system architecture conceptual design, analysis, and concurrent engineering techniques
Relevant work and/or graduate school experience in spacecraft, payloads, ground systems, launch systems, missile systems, nuclear weapon systems, and/or aircraft systems
Hands-on experience with system or enterprise modeling in SysML, UAF, or UPDM

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