Technical Fellow, Cloud Systems Architect

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 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.
Aerospace's Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) is seeking a Technical Fellow in Cloud Systems Architecture, creating a new leadership opportunity for impact across our National Security Space customers. This role will drive the strategic development across the DoD, Intelligence Community (IC), civil and commercial mission areas, creating national-level impact for secure, scalable, and resilient cloud architectures for space applications. This Technical Fellow will connect across this diverse customer base, providing expert technical leadership, shaping cloud adoption strategies and roadmaps, and positioning/mentoring Aerospace staff to strengthen our technical depth in this rapidly evolving field.
This Technical Fellow will be a key leader for ISCD, the division responsible for Aerospace's software, cyber, and data science innovations. As one of Aerospace's largest engineering divisions, ISCD is at the cutting edge of technology supporting customers in multiple frontiers of software and cloud architecture, data engineering, edge computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, space cyber resilience, full-stack development, and more.
Work Model:
This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, Va or El Segundo, Ca offering a hybrid work model that combines 4 regular onsite workdays and remote flexibility as the business needs allow.
What You'll Be Doing

• Working directly with government customers to drive the rapid development of innovative cloud system architectures across a multitude of programs in National Security Space
• Serve as a collaborative thought-leader and technical authority on cloud systems architecture, hybrid/multi-cloud strategies, and mission-critical cloud deployments
• With unique knowledge of customer challenges across the space enterprise, lead strategic planning to help grow Aerospace's leadership role
• Drive cloud modernization efforts by aiding the design and acquisition of secure, scalable, and resilient cloud architectures for a growing number space system applications with unique and large data challenges
• Advise and influence key Aerospace leaders on IR&D investments, positioning R&D programs for broader community adoption and transition
• Collaborating across the Aerospace enterprise and engineering matrix to integrate activities for a more impactful approach across customer base
• Identify prototyping opportunities for Aerospace and help develop internal laboratory and compute resources necessary to position Aerospace for leadership role with both commercial providers and government stakeholders
• Mentoring and advising staff in cloud architecture principals and in the introduction of new approaches to different applications
• Providing input to management on technical succession planning and skillset requirements

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in STEM , Engineering, or a related technical field
• 15+ years experience in cloud systems architecture, with a track record of innovation and new technology solution development
• Demonstrated deep understanding in multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures, with deep knowledge of AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or other platforms
• Foundational understanding and direct experience leading technology development in cloud infrastructure, platforms, cloud-native application development, and cloud security
• Specific experience in architecting, building, and operating multi-level security cloud architectures in government applications
• Experience leading cloud architecture-related R&D initiatives
• Foundational understanding of cybersecurity, zero-trust architectures, and compliance frameworks, and data architecture
• Demonstrated multi-disciplinary skills to create impactful teams across the technology stack
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and engage with external stakeholders
• Proven ability to engage with senior government officials, industry partners, and research communities to shape cloud strategies
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring and developing technical talent across organizations
• This position requires ability to attain Top Secret/SCI clearance and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance; (ability to be vetted for US Government Compartmented and Special Access Programs)

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• An advanced degree in STEM, or degree in Computer Science, or a related technical field
• Proven ability to bridge commercial, defense, and civil space sectors, aligning government cloud needs with industry-leading practices
• Successful track record of prototyping early solutions that were successfully transitioned to the broader community
• Experience establishing joint partnerships across the cloud provider community to drive innovation
• Knowledge of AI/ML for cloud automation/analytics, edge computing architectures, and other ground/space system architectures
• Direct experience developing applications for space systems and/or satellite ground systems
• Experience working across sensitive and compartmented DoD and Intelligence community missions

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)
$203,800 - $305,600
Pay Basis: Annual
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.