Job Title: Systems Director: GPS Operations & Sustainment

Requisition ID: 39445 
All Locations: Colorado Springs, CO (Colorado) 
A trusted partner. A national resource. A leader in national security space. We are THE Aerospace Corporation.  A team that takes pride in our readiness to solve some of the most complex technical challenges in existence. With challenges spanning clandestine to commercial, you'll have the unique opportunity to work on projects that are literally evolving our nation's space and launch capabilities. We all share a common passion and aspiration - to serve a mission much bigger than ourselves.  When you join our team, you'll be part of a rare collection of thought leaders and game-changing innovators.  Are you ready to launch your career?
Responsibilities
Direct and provide leadership to the Control Systems Operations and Sustainment department within the Navigation Division. This department provides technical support to GPS operations and sustainment activities in Colorado managed by SMC/GPL. Overall responsibilities for this position includes planning, management, and technical leadership for the department. The selected candidate will help to ensure mission success of routine GPS Space and Control Segment operations, as well as anomaly resolution activities and end-of-life vehicle disposal operations. The Department also provides technical support to Launch and Early Orbit Operations activities for new GPS satellites and GPS Space and Control Segment sustainment activities. Overall leadership role will require a seamless teaming with the GPS Directorate and their customer the 50 th Space Wing, contractors, SE&I, and SETA personnel.

KEY FUNCTIONS
Management Responsibilities:
Responsible for management of Aerospace direct technical support to GPS Operations and Sustainment in Colorado Springs Keeping Aerospace management well informed on technical issues Responsible for technical and programmatic support to SMC/GPL pertaining to operations and sustainment related issues concerning GPS Enterprise Engage with Aerospace Engineering & Technology Group (ETG) in relevant disciplines to facilitate utilization of expertise as necessary Responsible for the quality and timeliness of Aerospace technical products, including formal recommendations, self-assessments, quarterly reports, and semi-annual accomplishment summaries Responsible for organizing and managing Aerospace operations support to OCX, OCS, and GPS III development and operations planning activities Maintain a diverse workforce by building a diverse pipeline, following an inclusive hiring process, and modeling inclusive leadership Develop, mentor and direct staff Evaluate staff performance, identify staffing needs, and develop organization as required Plan, budget, and manage department resource allocation Technical Responsibilities:
Responsible for direct operations-related technical support to GPS Directorate, including recommendations on operations-related decisions Responsible for technical support and evaluation of OCS sustainment hardware and software releases Lead Aerospace Operations and Sustainment Directorate technical support of OCX, COps/MCEU, and GPS III operations planning and transition activities

Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in an engineering or scientific discipline from a recognized institution At least 12 years overall experience in engineering or science disciplines General space operations experience (examples include: satellite operations, ground systems operations, or similar) Ability to work in a highly dynamic technical and management environment with multiple Government customers Current Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance Occasional travel
Preferred
An advanced degree in an engineering or science discipline from a recognized institution GPS specific space operations experience, including vehicle bus and/or payload operations Detailed design knowledge of the GPS space vehicle families, both current and future, and the GPS Control Segment Detailed knowledge of GPS system design and operation Previous management experience Current TS/SCI clearance
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTS

Transcript Requirement
None

 
Additional Requisition Details
System Job Title : SYSTEMS DIRECTOR  
Clearance Requirement: Top Secret 
Access: SCI  
Polygraph: None  
Relocation Available:  Yes  
Employment Type: Regular  
Work Schedule: Full Time  
 
Company Statement
The Aerospace Corporation has provided independent technical and scientific research, development, and advisory services to national security space programs since 1960. We operate a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) for the United States Air Force and the National Reconnaissance Office, and support all national security space programs. We also apply more than 50 years of experience with space systems to provide critical solutions to technologically complex systems in such areas as communications, shipping, law enforcement, and cyber, among others.
From our inception, our highly skilled technical staff has focused on ensuring the success of every mission and developing the most effective and economic space-related hardware and software in the world. Our greatest asset is the technical expertise of our people. Our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities are staffed by some of the leading scientists in the world.
 
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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