2027 Communication Architectures Modeling and Analysis Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•El Segundo, CA

2d•$90,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Communication Architectures Modeling and Analysis Engineer in the Communication Architectures Department (CAD), within the Mission Payloads Division. The role supports communication systems across terrestrial and space-based environments, including current-generation cellular technologies and commercial proliferated low Earth orbit (pLEO) systems. CAD conducts trade studies, analyses, and simulations to optimize communications performance for terrestrial, satellite, launch vehicle, and ground-based systems; supports spectrum regulations and policies; and develops RF communications prototypes, including those involving commercial LEO satellite systems. The engineer will perform technical analyses, help assess satellite and ground systems, communication links, and wireless network protocols, and develop working prototypes using communications systems and novel hardware. Work products will be documented in briefings and technical reports for customers and colleagues. The position also offers opportunities to propose and conduct internal research and development projects, participate in field work, and publish in conferences and journals. This is a full-time, onsite position at the company’s office in El Segundo, California. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain one.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university, pursued or conferred within 12 months.
Minimum GPA of 3.0; transcripts are required.
0–1 year of industry work experience.
Proficiency programming in Python, C++, C, or a similar language.
Strong working knowledge and/or research experience relevant to wireless communications principles and signal processing techniques.
Proficiency with version control systems such as Git or Bitbucket and Linux environments.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in a relevant field.
Ability to lead teams, manage projects, and deliver technical solutions.
Practical familiarity with network traffic modeling and analysis.
Experience developing and training AI/ML models, especially using RF or network traffic data.
Practical familiarity with Docker.
Practical familiarity with CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins.
Active security clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide technical analyses in support of terrestrial and space-based communication systems, including latest-generation cellular and commercial pLEO systems.
Develop working prototypes using these systems and novel hardware to demonstrate capability improvements.
Help assess the performance of satellite and ground systems, communication links, and wireless network protocols.
Document work products in briefings and/or technical reports for customers and colleagues.
Propose and carry out internal R&D projects, engage in field work, and publish in conferences and journals, as opportunities arise.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
401(k) plan with company-paid contributions of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service, plus matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested upon hire.
Flexible spending accounts.
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
Relocation assistance.
Professional growth and development programs.
Education assistance programs.
Inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.