Communication Hardware Systems Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation • El Segundo, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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 the Mission Payloads Division (MPD), we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our country’s space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics, sensors, radar, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration. With innovative laboratories and prototyping, MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense, intelligence community, and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD! We are seeking a Communication Systems Engineer to support the Communication Payload, Command, & Telemetry Department (CPCTD), a nation-wide team of experts shaping the future of communication and navigation payloads. CPCTD provides “cradle-to-grave" communications and navigation payload systems engineering support, including rapid concept design studies, requirements and CONOPs development; integration and test support; performance assessment and requirements verification; and on-orbit satellite support. Reliable and affordable high-performance communications systems are fundamental to the success of both current and next-generation space architectures, and CPCTD plays an essential role in helping make those systems a reality. This role will provide an opportunity to collaborate with senior technical subject matter experts to develop high fidelity simulation models of next generation communication systems for the United States Space Force and the Intelligence Community helping to shape the rapidly evolving space enterprise. The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at our facility at El Segundo, CA

Requirements

• Degree from an accredited university in STEM-related field
• 2 years or more related experience in communication engineering
• Proficiency in Python coding
• Fundamental knowledge of satellite communication
• Possess high learning capacity with ability to rapidly grasp new concepts and adapt
• 10 – 15% domestic travel as needed
• Current TS clearance with SCI access

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree from an accredited program in electrical engineering, related engineering or physics discipline with in emphasize in wireless communications and RF
• Active SAP security clearance
• Proficiency in Matlab coding
• Hands-on experience in developing or implementing communications architectures including satellite Tracking, Telemetry & Command
• Understanding of communication link budget analysis

Responsibilities

• Develop complex models to simulate communication architectures and verify performance using python
• Support prototype build and test
• Aggregate and review test data to support requirements sell off
• Work with senior engineers to support communication subsystem design reviews, integration & test phases, anomaly resolution, spacecraft launch, and in-orbit check-out
• Provide timely written and verbal technical assessment reports to program offices and line management

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level