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Aerospace

Senior Network Systems Architect

El Segundo, CA

In an era of dynamic change in space, Aerospace is addressing a generation of complex challenges. We operate the only federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) committed exclusively to the space enterprise. Our technical experts span every discipline of space-related science and engineering. Join our team and thrive in a career that matters to the world and you personally.

Responsibilities

The Aerospace Corporation's Network Systems Department (NSD) is seeking an innovative network/computing systems architect with a strong background in networking and virtualization architecture/design. You will be leading and supporting the development of future network concepts, architectures, requirements, prototyping, and technology demonstrations. A qualified candidate willpossess an in-depth understanding of the latest networking and enterprise computing technologies; ability to integrate application components and databases across computing platforms; ability to develop new concepts and solve toughest problems for our customers; and provide network systems engineering leadership to program office.

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Key Functions
  • Lead and participate in multi-disciplinary engineering teams in the development and analysis of future network architectures and requirements
  • Lead development and implementation of advanced network protocols, routing, and QoS algorithms and architectures
  • Lead in various systems engineering tasks and projects through systems architecture definition, development, analysis, modeling & simulation, and prototype development/validation
  • Evaluate and develop multiple access communications or engineering technologies
  • Analyze and simulate complex network architectures and protocols
  • Provide independent technical leadership, mentorship, and direction to less experienced staff
  • Coordinate tasks and participate in technical meetings for SMC, NRO, and Civil & Commercial customers working closely with members of a diverse team comprising military officers and Government civilians, prime contractors, SE&I contractors and other FFRDCs
  • Lead specialized technical studies and internal research and development (R&D) projects to develop the next generation of Space and Ground network concepts, architectures, and technologies
  • Support sustainment and development of core network simulation, emulation, and modeling capabilities
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities with new and existing customers

Qualifications

Required
  • Degree from an accredited university inComputer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another related discipline
  • Minimum 12 years of experience in progressively more responsible roles
  • Experience with and a strong understanding of physical/MAC layers and satellite networks
  • Experience in network design, analysis, and modeling & simulation
  • Strong understanding of network layers, protocols, and routing algorithms
  • Experience with using IP routing protocols, including TCP/IP, IPsec, and IPv4/6
  • Experience in Python, Matlab, and C/C++
  • Experience in virtualization and enterprise computing platforms
  • Familiar with the latest networking/computing trends and technologies
  • Excellent verbal and written English language skills, effective communication skills, and ability to interact well in group meeting/working environments
  • Ability to present results effectively in briefings and technical reports
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Preferred
  • Advanced technical degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or anotherrelated discipline from an accredited university
  • Experience with military and commercial satellite communication systems and network engineering
  • Experience with inter-satellite cross-links and laser optical communication technologies
  • Project development experience and demonstrated the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams
  • Active DoD SECRET clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government

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, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion,genetic information, 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 email atieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also reviewThe Equal Employment Opportunity is the Lawposter andthe supplement, as well as thePay Transparency Policy Statement.

Job ID: Aerospace-52961
Employment Type: Other

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