Senior Cloud Solutions 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.

Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.

 

The Cloud Platforms & Architectures Department (CPAD) is the center-of-excellence for cloud computing and cloud-related technologies within The Aerospace Corporation. CPAD’s overall goal is to stay at the forefront of cloud technology to enable our customers to effectively leverage it to fulfill their space mission needs. CPAD works with a variety of government organizations, contractors, and cloud service providers to help government programs design, architect, and evolve their cloud systems. They also provide the government and contractors with guidance on best practices for developing, implementing, and operating cloud systems in support of government space missions. If you’re a passionate and driven individual who is excited about developing advanced cloud solutions that keep our nation at the forefront of space systems capabilities, consider joining our team of talented engineers.

 

Work Model

• This is a fulltime position based in Colorado Springs, CO which requires 100% onsite work.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collaborate with DoD, IC, and Civil space mission owners to understand their cloud technology uses cases and mission needs.
• Work with cloud service providers (e.g., Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud) to understand their technologies and help the government and their contractors effectively leverage those technologies.
• Provide cloud strategic advice, technical guidance, reference architectures, and best practices for the space enterprise.
• Act as a technical lead on prototyping efforts to demonstrate and benchmark cloud technologies for space mission use cases.
• Conduct cloud architecture reviews of customer mission systems.
• Develop cloud migration strategies for customer mission systems.
• Perform cloud cost estimations and optimizations for customer mission systems
• Capture and share best-practice knowledge amongst the Aerospace Corporation’s cloud solution architect community.
• Create and deliver presentations to internal teams and external stakeholders.

 

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field.
• At least 12 years of experience working with software, IT systems, and related technologies.
• At least 5 years of experience working with cloud technologies.
• In depth knowledge and hands on experience with at least one public cloud service provider (e.g., Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• In depth understanding and demonstrated experience with well-architected cloud concepts: operational excellence, performance efficiency, security, reliability, and cost optimization.
• Experience in designing, architecting, developing, implementing, operating, and evolving cloud systems to support customers.
• Proven track record of working with customers to understand requirements and build cloud solutions to meet those requirements.
• Willing to travel domestically to work locations, customer sites, and conferences up to 10%, if required.
• 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:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field.
• Certifications related to cloud computing (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Engineer).
• Certifications related to cybersecurity (e.g., Security+, CISSP).
• Familiarity with satellite and ground systems architectures.
• Active security clearance issued by the U.S. Government.

 

 

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)

$166,400.00 - $249,600.00

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