Casual - Parts, Materials, and Process Engineer

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 National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch.

The GEOINT Development Office (GDO) serves as the technical adviser for national intelligence electro-optical programs. Within GDO, the Systems Engineering department provides mission assurance support through parts, materials, and processes (PM&P) engineering, leveraging Aerospace core competencies and in-depth knowledge of hardware and mission requirements to deliver technical recommendations and solutions across multiple programs. We are looking for a Casual with deep expertise in advanced semiconductor packaging and PM&P program management to support GDO's mission assurance objectives.

This is a part-time casual position based in El Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support PM&P program management, including selection per risk tolerance, control boards, design reviews, and manufacturing readiness reviews
• Provide technical consultation to management, customers, and contractors on evaluation, selection, and use of advanced semiconductor packaging for space and missile applications
• Collaborate with industry and supplier personnel to develop and maintain guidance on selection, screening, qualification, and root cause failure analysis
• Lead cross-organizational teams and represent the organization at technical meetings, presentations, and workshops
• Mentor less experienced staff and serve as a role model

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in materials science, electrical engineering, physics, or another appropriate discipline
• At least ten years of increasingly responsible and related engineering/scientific experience (time spent obtaining advanced degree counts towards this)
• Proficiency in industry PMP requirements standards development for advanced semiconductor packaging – including related component selection, assembly materials, and processes (PMP), and selection of elements
• Experience supporting parts, materials, and processes (PM&P) program management functions which include control boards, design reviews, and manufacturing readiness reviews
• Excellent record of customer communication and interaction

How You Can Stand Out

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

• Master of Science degree in STEM field
• 20 or more years of space system acquisition experience in parts, materials, and processes / mission assurance disciplines

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)

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:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change   
• Engage with Impact   
• Foster Innovation   
• Deliver Results  

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 equal opportunity 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, 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 at [email protected] . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.