Digital Transformation Architect

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 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.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

Aerospace is seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to support digital transformation activities for Aerospace and its customers. This role will provide leadership and advice to a range of government customers seeking assistance with digital transformation efforts, especially technically demanding activities related to the architecting digital engineering (DE) ecosystems across diverse enterprises. Inherent to this job will be opportunities to significantly influence the future of digital capabilities for both the government and the Aerospace Corporation.

Work Model : 100% onsite : Chantilly, VA; Crystal City, VA; Colorado Springs, CO; El Segundo, CA; Huntsville, AL; Albuquerque, NM

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and execute digital transformation strategy(-ies) in support of government customers . Work with stakeholders to create digital transformation strategies and generate plans / roadmaps to realize those strategies.
• Architect solutions . Consistent with the strategies and roadmaps, produce various levels (e.g., functional, logical, solution) and types (e.g., operational, enterprise, ecosystem / environment, application) of architecture to inform implementation. Implementation approaches will need to account for user needs (e.g., requirements, use cases) and tradespace constraints such as applicable policies, regulations, and available resources.
• Support the Transition . Monitor, assess, and guide the transition from legacy capabilities to desired DE solutions, to include supporting relevant aspects of the acquisition process. Routinely engage with customer stakeholders to communicate the objectives, the status, and needs.
• Establish governance . Coordinate with stakeholders to implement executable processes and clear lines of authority / responsibility to continually manage the deployment and sustainment of digital capabilities.
• Provide integrated perspective . Provide expertise that incorporates the needs of Aerospace and the range of government stakeholders to ensure that advice and solutions reflect consistent, balanced, and integrated strategies based on what is best for the entire space enterprise.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements ( Engineering Specialist) :

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements (Senior Engineering Specialist) :

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these :

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$117,300 - $226,900

Pay Basis : Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple : every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who :

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include :

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

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color,religion,geneticinformation, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org .You can also review Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal .