Software Architecture Engineering and Cloud Computing Engineer

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.* Collaborating with product owners to understand core application needs and inform the product roadmap* Translating product requirements into technology requirements and work items* Setting attainable goals for sprints and milestone planning* Designing and validating architecture decisions to support the above* Overseeing software development and providing quality assurance by guiding development and testing output* Overseeing application maintenance and providing quality assurance* Creating and maintaining project documentation (development practices, quality assurance guidelines, etc.)* Oversee release process, change management, and migration strategies* Providing cloud subject matter expertise to Joint and Multi-Domain customers* Developing prototypes to help customers understand the latest software technologies & concepts* Providing guidance on reference cloud architectures and best practices for customer enterprise solutions* Growing departmental knowledge through work, training assignments, and technical leadership* **Bachelor’s degree in STEM, with an emphasis in Computer Science or other sciences/engineering discipline is required*** **A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience developing, and delivering software applications and managing software development teams is required*** Strong problem-solving, communication, organizational, and leadership skills* Experience with managing software development teams across the full stack, including UI development, data schema management, API development, UX best practices, etc.* Proven experience with commercial cloud technologies (e.g., Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform)* Familiarity with containerization systems (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)* Familiarity with cloud security concepts (e.g., network security, identity and access management)* Familiarity with DevSecOps processes and tools (e.g., SonarQube, Fortify, etc.)* Proficient in Python, HTML, and CSS* Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a cross-functional matrixed organization* Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site approx. 10% *(as required)** **This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance*** Advanced degree in Computer Science or other sciences/ engineering discipline is preferred* Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and operating cloud-based applications supporting real users* Working knowledge of every layer in a cloud technology stack (e.g., virtualization infrastructure, operating systems, application hosting platforms, cloud native application design)* Military operations experience and/or familiarity with DoD acquisitions processes* Certifications related to cloud computing (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Certified Kubernetes Administrator)* Certifications related to cybersecurity (e.g., Security+, CISSP)* A current and active Secret/ Top Secret security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government, is strongly preferred. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance* 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***Right Place***The Aerospace Corporation has over 26

nationwide, which allows us to build a workforce that will nurture the best ideas, and generate the most novel innovations and solutions to our nation’s toughest space enterprise challenges.***Right Path***Aerospace covers all stages of the space lifecycle, from concept to operations. We believe our people are our most valuable resource and that’s why we propel our employees forward in their careers through ongoing education, training, and .***Right Purpose***We can all serve a

much greater than ourselves, and at Aerospace that is exactly what we do. By hiring the industry’s most preeminent scientists and engineers, Aerospace advances emerging technologies that protect some of the most critical missions on Earth and above it.Return to the .Aerospace employees working in organizations with technical responsibilities are required to obtain a Security Clearance.

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