Senior Engineer - Space Systems Simulators (667484) - Security c with Security Clearance

Company: Ball Aerospace
Location: Broomfield
Posted on: March 27, 2020

Job Description:

Who We Are: Ball Aerospace pioneers discoveries that enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. We create innovative space solutions, enable more accurate weather forecasts, drive insightful observations of our planet, deliver actionable data and intelligence, and ensure those who defend our freedom go forward bravely and return home safely. For more information, visit http://www.ball.com/aerospace , Facebook or Twitter . Qualifications: Senior Engineer - Space Systems Simulators Reporting to the Manager of Systems, this position has responsibility for leading simulator development on a specific spacecraft program. What you'll do: * Provide a dedicated interface to a spacecraft program including the customer, peer subsystems and program management * Maintain cost & schedule baselines with the program including earned value & contract changes * Present simulator design at PDR/CDR as well as business reviews (IBR/BMR) & status at PMR and other internal & external program forums * Perform Simulator integration tasks throughout the lifecycle of programs including proposals, design, production, acceptance and on orbit operations * Develop requirements, verification & validation products necessary to sell off simulators for both internal and customer contract deliverables * Coordinate program specific needs with the simulator product line architects & resolve cost/schedule/technical issues to the satisfaction of all users * Provide leadership across a program's flight subsystems to integrate components into a cohesive spacecraft * Proactively identify customer needs & find ways to make simulators part of the solutions to their problems * Provide early identification of issues that would prevent simulators from meeting both their requirements and the customer's expectations * Additional opportunities may include: * Communicate a vision of the system architecture to Ball engineers, and lead multi-disciplinary teams across multiple organizations in detailed design, analysis, and optimization of the candidate systems and subsystem performance and operation. * Act as mentor for several other systems engineers. * Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. * Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Unit/Strategic Support Unit and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment. * Perform other duties as necessary. What You'll Need: * BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 8 or more years related experience. * Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education. * Current TS/SCI required. * Advanced computer application skills, such as Matlab, C, C++, IDL, STK, DOORS, and other analytical tools is a strong plus. * 8 or more years of experience as a technical lead in spacecraft or instrument programs or related fields. * Experience in space hardware and software engineering is required, including, but not limited to: Systems architectures, including both space and ground segments; flight systems design, systems engineering, as well as integration & test. * Proven leadership and management skills for large and small projects. * Excellent communication skills are essential, including the ability to understand the customer's needs and provide clear communication of proposed solutions to both Ball management and the customer. Working Conditions: * Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or clean room, outdoors or remote research environment. * May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required. * May access other facilities in various weather conditions. * Travel and local commute between Ball campuses and other possible non-Ball locations may be required. Security Clearance: Successful candidate will have completed a government national security clearance investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. *U.S. Citizenship is Required. By applying to this position you are agreeing to complete a National Security Clearance Pre-Screen Questionnaire, if one is required, to evaluate your general ability to obtain the required security clearance or government customer access associated with this position. Relocation: Relocation for this position is Available EEO Statement: US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Ball Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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