Hybrid AI and Cloud Computing Capabilities Engineer

at The Aerospace Corporation

• Job title: AI and Cloud Computing Capabilities Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: $86,600 - $129,800 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Cloud
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Crystal City, United States

About the role

• AI and Cloud Computing Capabilities Engineer at Aerospace Corporation advising DAF on AI and cloud solutions within space acquisition initiatives. Focus on technical analysis and engineering insights.

Responsibilities

• Provide objective, non-advocacy technical advice to the DAF on the application of AI and cloud-computing solutions across space systems, architectures, and acquisition portfolios.
• Assess technology readiness, implementation risk, and integration challenges for AI, machine learning, autonomy, and cyber technologies in space acquisition programs
• Support enterprise capability development and integration, including mission thread analysis and cross-program integration studies and activities
• Advise on acquisition and integration strategies
• Develop technical roadmaps, trade studies, and decision-quality products to support senior SAF/SQ, Space Force, and OSW stakeholders
• Coordinate with Aerospace technical experts, SSC, AFRL, USSF, and other FFRDC partners to ensure coherent, end-to-end technical insight
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise briefings and written assessments translating complex technical analysis into actionable recommendations
• Deliver results on time-sensitive staff inquiries and provide technical support in the development of position papers and official responses to Congress, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and the Intelligence Community (IC)

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or technology-relevant discipline is required
• 2 or more years of demonstrated technical depth in one or more of the following areas: Artificial intelligence, Cloud computing architecture, Space systems engineering and architectures, Digital engineering and model-based systems engineering (MBSE)
• Knowledge of space acquisition, integration, and lifecycle processes within the Department of the Air Force or U.S. Space Force
• Must demonstrate strong technical writing and briefing capabilities
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Benefits

• 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