Program Data Specialist

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 Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers’ portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. Additionally, DSG provides deep technical expertise to the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception, design, acquisition, launch and operations of satellite, launch vehicle, ground control, and range systems.

We are looking for a Program Data Specialist to join our team supporting critical national security space missions. This role is essential to ensuring data consistency across our program environment, coordinating effective team collaboration, and elevating the quality of technical products delivered to senior leadership. The ideal candidate will be a central resource for data management, process improvement, staff coordination, and product quality—directly enhancing how our organization operates and communicates.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in Los Angeles, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Data Management & Process Ownership: Identify, document, and maintain where Aerospace-owned data is stored across platforms. Establish and enforce consistency standards, working with the team to shape the data architecture and ensure uniform data practices across all segments.

• Staff Collaboration & Coordination: Partner with managers and customers to coordinate program collaboration and events with appropriate stakeholders. Define collaboration purposes, establish success criteria, and ensure topics maximize productivity and drive to program goals.

• Technical Reporting Coordination: Engage proactively with team members in preparation and editing technical reports and presentations, ensuring submissions meet quality standards required by leadership.

• Aerospace Process Documentation & Implementation: Own and document Aerospace-specific processes and coordinate with assigned reviewers, track, collect feedback, improve, and ensure all relevant program areas are engaged and represented.

• Cross-Segment Coordination: Support data integration efforts and coordinate milestones across different segments of the organization. Establish product management standards and contribute to the development and implementation of new aerospace tools and processes.

• Leadership & Collaboration: Apply leadership competencies including Operates Strategically, Engages with Impact, Leads Change, Fosters Innovation, and Delivers Results to drive continuous improvement and enhance team effectiveness.

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements – Data Analyst Specialist III:

• High School Diploma or equivalent  
• 3 or more years of experience in operations support, process coordination, data management, project management, engineering, or similar roles within technical or aerospace environments.
• Experience with database, dashboarding, and/or visualization tools (e.g., Tableau)
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience editing technical documents and presentations for executive audiences.
• Proficiency with collaboration platforms such as SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and project management tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and influence without direct authority to drive process improvements and standardization.
• Willing to travel occasionally as required.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is 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:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering or technical management, or related discipline.
• 5 or more years of experience in aerospace operations, process improvement, or technical program support.
• Experience implementing data governance or standardization initiatives within large, complex organizations.
• Familiarity with aerospace industry standards, processes, and customer communication protocols.
• Proven track record of developing and documenting business processes, standard operating procedures, or workflow improvements.

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 peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.