Junior Full Stack Engineer

Location: Chantilly, VA

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)

$95,200.00 - $142,800.00

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 progra