Nuclear Nonproliferation/Counterproliferation Technical Specialist

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 technicalexpertisewith 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.

We are seeking aNuclear Nonproliferation/CounterproliferationTechnical Specialist(MTS Casual III).You will provide analyticalexpertiseand support for NNSA’s technical projects/programs to include capturing program/project management best practices and providing analysis of dependencies across multiple inter-related projects and NNSA organizations. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in analyzing, developing, and implementing initiatives and strategies contributing to our core competencies: architecting, integrating, assessing, and analyzing technical activities across the nuclear nonproliferation enterprise. Leveraging a technical multi-disciplinary approach, you willassistin assessing performance and future needs to improve program performance and accountability. Your work will be instrumental in creating an environment of transparency and collaboration for our NNSA customers.

This is a casual(flexiblepart time)position. The selected candidate willbe requiredto workpart-timeremote and willoccasionally workon-siteatAlbuquerque, NMandCrystal City, VA.

WhatYou’llBe Doing

• Support Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation (DNN) decision making by planning and executing technical studies and analyses to assess elements of nonproliferation programs
• Work closely with the Aerospace Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation (DNN) team as a programmatic and technical subject matter expert toidentifyand assess issues, concerns, challenges, and solutions relevant to nonproliferation and counterproliferation programs
• Design methods to collect, analyze, and visualize data for customer needs. Develop processes and metrics to measure program progress and assess program improvements
• Conduct analysis of data sets and deliver technical information (written and verbal) that provides information to decision makers
• Support a portfolio of high-impact projects, engaging with other experts across multiple disciplines and organizations to explore innovative enterprise solutions to critical national missions
• Perform project management activities whileleveragingtechnical capabilities from across Aerospace to address DNN R&D programmatic challenges
• Conduct time-sensitive strategic analysis at the intersection of technology and policy for NNSA leaders
• Collaborate with internal teams and experts at the Aerospace Corporation to shape strategic approaches to technical issues

What You Need to beSuccessful–MTSCasual III

MinimumRequirementsinclude:

• BS degree from an accredited program in Nuclear Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field
• 10or more years of increasingly responsible and related experience in radiochemistry, nuclear chemistry, nuclear engineering, or a related field
• 1-2 years in project and/or program management
• Demonstrated competency in interpersonal,writtenand oral communication skills
• Experience working with U.S. government agencies such as DOE, NNSA, or DoD/DoW
• Demonstrated ability to understand scientific work across a broad and varied technical spectrum
• This position requires ability to obtain andmaintaina U.S. Government security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S. citizenship isrequiredto obtain such a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if youhaveone or more of these:

• Advanced degree inNuclear Engineering, Chemistry, or a related fieldor a related field
• Familiarity with foreign nuclear fuel cycle processes and/or nuclear weapon systems
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage efforts and solve problems
• Evidence of success working in a team environment with federal governmental organizations
• Active Top Secret/SCI or DOE Q security clearance

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)

$0.00 – $480.00

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

The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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 ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review The Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law and the supplement, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.