2026 Enterprise Systems Engineer

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.

Join our cutting-edge team at Goddard Space Flight Center, where you'll play a critical role in ensuring the success of the Lunar Communications Relay and Navigation Systems (LCRNS) Project, NASA's infrastructure for sustainable lunar exploration. As a Senior Member of Technical Staff, you'll lead independent testing efforts that verify mission-critical Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) requirements, bridging the gap between high-level mission objectives and hands-on hardware validation using advanced RF test equipment and automated test frameworks. This position offers the unique opportunity to shape test strategies for lunar navigation systems while collaborating directly with vendors and government teams to advance humanity's return to the Moon. 

This is a full-time position based at either the Goddard Space Flight Center or our Aerospace office in Greenbelt, MD, offering a hybrid work model that combines 4 regular onsite workdays with remote flexibility as business needs allow.

What You’ll Be Doing  

• Support Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) verification on NASA's LCRNS Project at GSFC while delivering results and operating strategically.
• Foster Innovation and operate strategically through designing test plans, procedures, and automated Python/YAML scripts that flow down high-level mission objectives into executable verification activities using advanced RF equipment to validate system performance.
• Conduct fault analysis on test discrepancies, and deliver innovative solutions that resolve technical issues while keeping the project on schedule to meet critical development milestones
• Operate strategically to define how LCRNS PNT requirements will be verified across the entire project lifecycle, ensuring test plans align with verification needs and that the combination of testing methods provides comprehensive coverage, directly leading change in project technical direction and risk management

• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed 

What Corporate Skills You’ll Bring 

• Strong written and oral communication skills 
• Must work well in a team environment 
• Possess organizational, time management and project management skills 
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need 
• Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations 

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements: 

• Ph.D. degree from an accredited college/university program in engineering, science, or equivalent (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months) 
• 0-1 year of industry work experience  
• Knowledge of RF and PNT testing.
• Experience generating and verifying system requirements.
• Experience with automation and scripting, including python, yaml, etc.
• Experience with Hardware: spectrum analyzer, network analyzers, etc.
• Ability to process and analyze complex RF measurement data.
• Experience with avionics and navigation systems for aerospace applications.
• Willing to travel domestically approx. 10%
• Willing to work on-site at NASA GSFC or the Aerospace office in Greenbelt, MD
• This position may require the 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.
• Transcripts required

How You Can Stand Out  

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

• Experience developing PNT test plans for performance verification
• Proficiency with vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters and signal generators for RF characterization.
• Knowledge of precision timing measurement systems for evaluating PNT signal quality
• Knowledge of overall LCRNS PNT requirements and verification approaches including independent testing (IPT).
• Understanding of GNSS performance characteristics applicable to the Augmented Forward Signal (AFS) as defined in LNIS AD1 Vol-A.

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)

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 peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.