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The Aerospace Corporation · 3 weeks ago

Senior RF Spectrum Engineer

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$129K/yr - $250K/yr

8+ years exp

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. They are seeking a Senior RF Spectrum Engineer to support spectrum management and engineering, performing interference analysis and coordinating with various stakeholders.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform radio frequency interference analysis and modeling of communications systems to evaluate spectrum sharing strategies and avoid harmful interference

Use knowledge of RF communications and spectrum regulations to guide program design decisions and ensure regulatory compliance

Support programs through spectrum registration and coordination processes

Coordinate with program offices, federal spectrum agencies, and other stakeholders

Mentor junior employees in spectrum management and engineering

Qualification

RF communications systemsSpectrum management processesProject developmentPythonMatlabModelingSimulation toolsTechnical leadershipMentoringPresentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering or related STEM discipline

Minimum of 8 years of relevant technical experience

Knowledge of International Telecommunications Union (ITU), National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) or Federal Communications Commission (FCC) spectrum management processes

Knowledge of RF communications systems and architectures

Project development experience and ability to lead small teams of engineers

Ability to present results effectively in briefings and technical reports

Some travel, approximately less than 10%, is anticipated

This position requires ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Minimum of 12 years of relevant technical experience for Senior Engineering Specialist

Proven project development and technical leadership experience

Preferred

Master's or PhD in engineering or related discipline

Knowledge of various government programs and commercial satellite systems

Proficiency in Python or Matlab

Familiarity with modeling and simulation tools such as STK and Visualyse

Prior experience with spectrum coordination and policy

Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) 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