COSMIC Project Coordinator

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.
Building on The Aerospace Corporation's reputation as a trusted, impartial advisor with integrity and dedication to mission success, the Civil Systems Group (CSG) combines deep technical expertise with market-leading innovation to help our customers solve complex systems engineering and integration challenges. CSG is organized by core customer-facing lines of business to manage and grow programs within NASA, NOAA, and the NNSA, while extending our capabilities to other civilian federal government agencies fully integrated within Aerospace rules, regulations, processes, values, and behaviors.
This position is in the Human Exploration and Space Flight (HESF) Division and will support the Consortium for Space Mobility and ISAM Capabilities (COSMIC). COSMIC is a NASA sponsored national consortium managed by the Aerospace Corporation with the mission of making in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) a routine part of space architectures and missions. We are looking for a COSMIC Project Coordinator (Project Management Specialist II) to support the day-to-day operations of the consortium as managed by the Aerospace Corporation and assist with the needs of consortium members.
Work Model
This is a full-time position offering a hybrid work model that combines 3-4 regular onsite workdays and remote flexibility as the business needs allow. This work location could be one of the following: El Segundo, CA, Albuquerque, NM, Colorado Springs, CO, Chantilly, VA, Crystal City, VA, or Houston, TX.
What You'll Be Doing

• Responsible for supporting the operations of the consortium in collaboration with consortium leadership and the communications team
• Management of COSMIC's collaboration site including developing processes for onboarding users, managing user account access, providing responsive support to users, and content development and management
• Integration and management of working group agendas and presentations; communications to presenters
• Management of hybrid environments including ZoomGov Events, Teams, and associated A/V to accommodate requirements
• Logistical planning and execution of general membership meetings including venue research, purchasing, and communication with member attendees
• Working hand in hand with communications lead and working group leads to create content for consumption by the public and consortium members

What You Need to be Successful - Project Management Specialist II
Minimum Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited program in a related discipline
• 3 or more years of integration and logistical planning, coordination, and execution responsibility for a collaborative organization
• Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
• Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Tool Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Excellent presentation and communications skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Independent and self-motivated; proactive ability to learn on the job
• Willing to travel not to exceed 10%
• This position requires 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:

• 5 or more years of integration and logistical planning, coordination, and execution responsibility for a collaborative organization
• Knowledge of collaboration and meeting platform tools such as SLACK, ZoomGov Events, Teams, or others
• Experience with compliance and processes for purchasing
• Exposure to volunteer driven organizations and engagement strategies
• Ability to prepare material and supporting documents to communicate complex and technical information in a simple manner.

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)
$25.20 - $37.08
Pay Basis: Hourly
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, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.