AI-Enabled Design Lead

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace’s strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division   leverages   a broad array of engineering disciplines against a dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities.     The Vehicle and Ground Concepts Department (VGCD) in EED provides space vehicle and ground system preliminary/conceptual design; trade and architecture analysis, modeling, process   development   and leadership   expertise ; and tool development in support of conceptual design activities across the space enterprise. As a member of VGCD, you will be designing innovative spacecraft and ground segment solutions to meet the most pressing mission needs of our US Space Force, Intelligence Community, NASA, NOAA, and commercial/international customers.     Work Model: This position will follow an in-person work model at   A erospace’s   Colorado Springs, CO location.   What   You’ll   Be Doing    Advance the department’s state of the art by leading development and execution of AI-enabled design capabilities , in cluding automated workflows and agentic tools     Serve   as the subdivision focal point for AI-enabled design , investigate   urgent technical problems , and   e stablish   new partnerships across the Engineering and Technology Group   (ETG)   and program offices   to create revolutionary design capabilities   for our team   that are both r esponsive and technically rigorous   Drive   outreach and education of ETG, program offices, customers, and industry on Aerospace AI-enabled design capabilities   Direct complex technical activities, organize multi- disciplinary   project teams, and execute a variety of   space and ground conceptual design   activities.    S teer and implement strategy   in   vehicle and ground   conceptual design   for the   department . S eek,   identify , and pursue opportunities for   additional , expanded, and new business and   assist   higher management in the evaluation and pursuit of new opportunities   Lead efforts to   identify   and incorporate emerging technologies, commercial capabilities, interoperable solutions, and industry best practices into   conceptual design s   for space, ground, and network capabilities   Expand   scope of   VGCD   relationship with program offices and customer s , such as   SSIO , SWAC, SSDP ,   and the IC,   and leverage department staff   and   expertise   from across ETG   to   solve complex customer problems .     Initiate new   program office relationships   to collaboratively   define   new   tasking , create implementation plans, and   identify   personnel   to perform the work based on your knowledge of resources and   expertise   across the company    M entor   early career and experienced   staff, serving as a role model and   technical   advisor to an exceptionally talented and highly motivated cadre of architects, analysts, and modelers   to   develop   department capabilities and meet emerging demand for department   expertise .     What you   Need   To   Be Successful    Minimum   Requirements   Senior Project Leader – Enterprise Systems Engineering   Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field   At least 10 years of increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including multi-disciplinary systems engineering and/or program management environments, with a strong command of systems engineering principles   Leadership e xperience in   AI   capability development ,   application of AI/ML and automation to   operational mission execution, and/or AI-enabled design     Experience   initiating   and leading cross-functional, cross-organizational teams to   plan and   execute projects or studies   Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present methods and results effectively in   leadership   briefings, formal reports, and informal communications   Exceptional time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and schedule commitments   Demonstrated ability to   establish   and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with employees, customers, acquisition program offices, and contractors   Exhibit   exceptionally   high level   of innovation, creativeness, and initiative   Available and willing to travel domestically and/or internationally approx. 5-10%    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    How You Can Stand Out    It would be impressive if you   have   one or more of these:   Advanced degree ( Master's   or Ph.D.) from an accredited program in a relevant engineering discipline    Demonstrated initiative to innovate, shape, drive, and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of tasks, projects, or organizations   Experience in   training,   mentoring   and inspiring staff    Experience working in partnership with multiple Aerospace program offices and customers    Strong interpersonal networks with Aerospace and customer organizations that can be   leveraged   to establish collabo