R005800 2022/2023 Communications System Engineer
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.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Communication Systems Engineer with a strong focus in digital signal processing in Communication Systems. This position will be located in El Segundo, CA. The qualified candidate will join the Communication Payload Command & Telemetry Department.
The Communication Payload, Command & Telemetry Department (CPCTD) provides technical leadership and expertise in the areas of space communication payloads, navigation payloads, and telemetry, tracking and commanding systems. CPCTD supports Space Systems Command, National Reconnaissance Office, other US Government, and Civil & Commercial customers in space communication and navigation systems.
Work Model
Hybrid: This position will be a hybrid work model and offer partially remote with some onsite work required in El Segundo, CA
What You’ll Be Doing
Support primary government customers
Provide cutting-edge communication system and technology research to include:
- communications architectures
- radio architectures
- antenna technologies
- communications network concepts
- waveforms and digital signal processing
- concepts of operations & constellation orbital flight concepts
Support quick-turnaround communications conceptual design and advanced architecture studies for space communication and navigation systems including:
- communication link budget and hardware analyses
- detailed system hardware architecture trade studies and technology evaluations
- documenting project tasks involving complex systems
- technology in multi-discipline team environments
- Participating in interdisciplinary teams in ongoing research or technical programs with other departments
- Support hardware/laboratory work and model-based system engineering (MBSE) efforts.
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree from an accredited college/ university program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Math or another related discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
- 0-1 year of industry work experience
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Experience in waveforms and digital signal processing especially as relates to satellite communication.
- Knowledge in developing or implementing communications architectures including satellite Tracking, Telemetry & Command (TT&C) or mission payload systems
- Knowledge of satellite communication and/or Position Navigation and Timing
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US 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:
- Experience performing research into waveforms and signal processing using advanced mathematical techniques and modeling.
- Broad modeling and coding experience in multiple environments (e.g. MATLAB, Python, SQL, LATEX, etc)
- Ability to obtain 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 - Mid - Max)
$82,000 - $97,000 - $111,000Ways 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 diverse 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/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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 ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.