Senior Vice President of the Civil Systems Group (SVP, CSG)

Is there anything more exciting than surrounding yourself with the smartest people on the planet who are shaping the future of space? We don’t think so. The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, providing unmatched technical expertise to solve the hardest problems. As a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are engaged across the space enterprise — delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground and cyber systems for defense, intelligence, civil, and commercial customers. With over 3,000 scientists and engineers, Aerospace addresses complex problems across the enterprise through agility, innovation, and objective technical leadership.

To enable this, The Aerospace Corporation is focusing on critical technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, photonics, optical communications, additive manufacturing, electric propulsion, as well as new tools in modeling, simulation, cloud computing, and digital engineering. We design and test these technologies in our world-class labs and facilities.

For example, did you know that Aerospace builds and operates the world’s largest constellation of experimental cubesats? These capabilities are providing the foundation for a new generation of resilient, affordable constellation of satellites and advanced ground systems that meet the needs of warfighters, explorers, and key decision makers. These and other major activities place us in the unprecedented position to influence the exciting changes that span across the entire space industry.  Join us and make a difference.

Position Overview
The Civil Systems Group provides deep technical expertise and cutting-edge innovation to support the United States government and its allies to solve the most complex technical challenges within high-consequence environments across the civil space enterprise — including human space flight, Moon-to-Mars exploration, Earth sensing, astronomy and space science, and nuclear security — spanning systems engineering and integration, hardware and prototype development, launch readiness, and mission assurance. The Senior Vice President of the Civil Systems Group (SVP, CSG) is responsible for establishing and providing strategic leadership to our key civil, commercial and international partners (i.e., National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), The Aerospace Corporation UK Ltd (Aerospace UK).

Location: This position requires full-time onsite presence (5 days/week) in Chantilly, VA or El Segundo, CA, with consideration given to Houston, TX based on candidate fit — this is a hands-on leadership role requiring regular visibility with the team, government customers, and cross-site collaboration. Employees located across the country.

 

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, business or other relevant degree (advanced degree preferred)

• Substantial executive leadership experience (typically 15+ years), with a demonstrated track record of leading large, complex organizations

• Savvy to the external landscape, industry trends, and evolving business and partnership models

• Strong entrepreneurial, business and financial acumen

• Strong executive presence to include written, verbal communication and presentation skills; experience engaging with and presenting to a Board of Trustees/Directors is highly desirable

• Experience working in the civil space, national security space, or broader Aerospace and Defense industry

• History of establishing and sustaining trusted relationships with senior government customers and commercial space industry leaders

• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategies, inspire and align the workforce to achieve high impact results

• Track record of strong people and organizational management with the ability to develop high performance teams who are aligned to the company's strategic vision and direction

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain security clearance.

• Ability to travel (25% or as required by customers, industry engagements, internal meetings with leadership and/or team)

How You Can Stand Out

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

• Experience running a profit and loss (P&L) center is a plus

• Background in startup, private equity, or emerging commercial space environments is a plus

• Candidates from government, other FFRDCs, national labs, or academic institutions are strongly encouraged to apply

Relocation: Yes

Compensation: Aerospace offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes base salary, target bonus, long-term incentive, and diverse range of benefits.

Company Values
At its core, Aerospace Corp is driven by a steadfast commitment to technical integrity, innovation and national service. These values define its impact:

• Dedication to Mission Success: Committed to the success of the customer's mission and service to the nation

• Technical Excellence: World-class experts tackling critical problems of national significance

• Commitment to Our People: Inspiring and empowering our people to innovate, collaborate, and make a difference

• Objectivity and Integrity: An independent and unbiased nonprofit organization, always delivering the technical truth

• Innovation: Shaping the future in a time of unprecedented change

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.