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The Aerospace Corporation · 2 weeks ago

Communication Systems Engineer – Member of the Technical Staff/Senior Member of the Technical Staff

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $166K/yr

2+ years exp

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As a Communications Systems Engineer within the Communication Systems Engineering Department, you will be solving challenging technical problems in communication systems and digital signal processing to support various US Government military and national program needs.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Solve technical problems, under supervision and guidance, on projects involving:

Physical layer modeling & simulation

Communication waveform design and performance analysis

Position, navigation, and timing signals design and analysis

Communication link budget analysis

Evaluation of programs of record and future programs in various technical areas including satellite communications, signal intelligence (SIGINT), and electronic warfare (EW)

Development and evaluation of program requirements, interfaces, and verification processes

Digital signal processing (DSP) algorithm development

Hardware prototyping and testing in the laboratory and in the field

Translate vague concepts into practical, well-defined, and methodical technical plans

Communicate technical results clearly in written reports and presentations

Qualification

Digital signal processingCommunication systems analysisMATLABPythonC/C++RF satellite communicationModelingSimulationTechnical communicationTeam collaborationProblem solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or related applicable technical discipline

Two or more years of increasingly responsible and related engineering/scientific experience

Understanding of several communication systems and digital signal processing concepts (e.g., modulation, coding, synchronization, estimation, detection theory, waveform design, channel effects, and link performance)

Fluency in at least one of the following programming languages: MATLAB, Python, C/C++

The ability to obtain a current and active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government (U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance)

Willingness to commit to 10-20% domestic travel depending on customer needs

Preferred

M.S. or Ph.D. in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or related applicable technical discipline

Experience with RF satellite communication systems (hardware and software, systems engineering, RF system design requirements development, integration and test, system development, or related field)

Working knowledge of US government programs in the areas of protected communications, navigation, signal intelligence (SIGINT), and/or electronic warfare (EW)

Hands-on experience with modeling and simulation of anti-jam waveforms, spread spectrum, beamforming, array processing, interference mitigation, and geolocation techniques

Experience with prototype development, especially with software-defined radios (SDRs)

Knowledge of machine learning theory, practices, and tools

Active TS/SCI clearance or SAP access

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