Electrical EngineerSenior Electrical Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations space programs solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technicalexpertise. 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 teamyoullbe part of a special collection of problem solvers thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Systems Engineering Division (SED) provides unmatched experience in systems engineering to the U.S. government and tonumerouspublic and private agencies universities nonprofit organizations consortia and commercial companies involved in the advanced application of space technology. From systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization astrodynamics orbital debris navigation failure analysis mission assurance cost and schedule assessment and economic market analysis SED exploits an incredibly broad array of engineering and business disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs and national challenges.

TheInfrastructure and Facilities Assurance Department (IFAD)is the source of expertise for Operations and Facilities Engineering providing an array of technical capabilities that support our customers in assuring the availability readiness and success of ground assets and services required to meet the needs of the space enterprise.

We have a current need for anElectrical Power Engineerto join our high-performing team in solving some of todays hardest problems and help evolve our capabilities in meeting the technical challenges of tomorrow. The position requires experience with the design development and operations of electrical power infrastructure particularly in the areas of power generation transmission distribution protection controls grounding and lightning protection systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

We expect the candidate to:

• Provide technicalexpertiseinidentifyinginnovative technologies and operational enhancements to improve design safety resiliency/reliabilityand cost efficiency

• Develop and implement advanced analytical techniques to evaluate facility systems andoptimizeoverall electrical systems performance

• Employ a rigorous and methodical approach to problem solving and root cause determination

• Deliver independent data-driven technical recommendations to management and customers through effective verbal and written communication

• Develop/evaluate design criteria concept design packages supportconstructionand commissioning operations; and develop test plans interface controldocumentsand test procedures

• Travel to customer and/or government facilities whilerepresentingthe company and department in a professional manner

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS REQUIREDWhat You Need to be Successful

(Engineering Specialist - Electrical Engineering)

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or related field from an accredited school

• 8 years of experience in design and operation of facility electrical/power systems and controls preferably in an Architect-Engineer (A&E) firm or utility company

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate

• Knowledge of current building codes and regulations (e.g. NFPA IBC UFCs)

• Proficiencywith power distribution systems modeling and analysis tools such as SKM Power*ToolseTAPEasyPower

• Proficiencywith AutoCAD and/or analogous computer-aided drafting programs

• Ability to work independently and on teams in a fast-paced environment

• Experience with developing project requirements and performing electrical calculations

• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication skills

• Ability to travel

• This position requires a currentTS/SCI clearance issued by the U.S. government

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREDWhat You Need to be Successful

(Senior Engineering Specialist - Electrical Engineering)

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)or relatedengineering degreefrom an accredited school

• 12 years of experience in design and operation of facility electrical/power systems and controls preferably in an Architect-Engineer (A&E) firm or utility company

• Professional engineer (PE) license

• Project management experienceand ability to lead project teams

• Experience leading/mentoring junior staff

• Project cost estimation experience

• This position requires a current aTS/SCI clearance issued by the U.S. government.

PREFERRED

(Engineering Specialist - Electrical Engineering)

• Masters degree in electrical engineeringor relatedengineeringfield

• Professional engineer (PE) license

(Engineering Specialist&Senior Engineering Specialist - Electrical Engineering)

• Masters degree in electrical engineeringor relatedengineeringfield

• LEED AP accreditation

• Experience with high power/utility infrastructure engineering

• Experience with high density data center design and operations

• Experience with launch base infrastructure and facilities

• Familiar with facility/infrastructure control and supervisory systems (e.g. SCADA DCS)

• Familiar with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and control systems communications