Junior Full Stack Engineer

Job description

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 Engineering Applications Department (EAD) develops a wide variety of innovative tools and applications to support civil, commercial, and national security space systems. From web, cloud, and desktop visualization to virtual and augmented reality; EAD evaluates and creates unique visual experiences that present data and analysis to key decision-makers. We are looking for a Junior Full Stack Engineer (Associate Member of Technical Staff – Software Architecture Engineering and Cloud Computing Architecture) to join the Intelligent Ops and Software Integration team that supports our customer laboratories and platforms in developing software solutions that include life and characterization software, software delivery, middleware development, and data visualizations. 

This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, VA, which requires 100% onsite work. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Support industry leading scientists and engineers in the development of maintainable cloud native and stand-alone data visualization applications as well as development of backend service-oriented architecture components 

• Provide technical support in application architecture and development 

• Build user interfaces advanced visualizations to enhance data analysis and decision-making processes  

• Learn and grow through new work opportunities, training, and mentorship from experienced staff 

• Foster innovation by staying current with emerging technologies and industry best practices 

What You Need to be Successful – Member of Technical Staff - Software Architecture Engineering and Cloud Computing Architecture 

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree in STEM, with emphasis in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field(s) 

• 0–2 years of experience building web applications; internship or academic project experience welcome 

• Demonstrated skill in object-oriented programming languages, such as C++, Java, or Python 

• Proficiency in modern web frameworks, particularly MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js) 

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) 

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team 

• Willing to travel occasionally to customer sites domestically, approximately 5%  

• 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 other sciences/engineering discipline 

• More than 1 year of industry work experience 

• Familiarity with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) 

• Experience with TypeScript, Electron, or WebAssembly 

• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) 

• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Mocha, Selenium) 

• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development practices 

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of customers and staff 

• Previous experience working with aerospace or defense industry clients 

• Current and active TS/SCI 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)

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 [email protected] . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.