Modern Technology Solutions-posted 2 months ago
$149,000 - $186,000/Yr
Full-time
El Segundo, CA
501-1,000 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer with a strong background in RF systems for satellite, ground terminal, and military user equipment applications to join our team in El Segundo, CA. The ideal candidate will have expertise in conducting detailed link budget analyses, developing complex communication scenarios, and working with both MILSATCOM and COMSATCOM systems. You will play a crucial role in the full lifecycle of communication system development, from requirements definition and technical analysis through design, modeling, validation, and integration. This includes a special focus on the integration and interoperability of military user terminals to ensure robust and reliable performance for mission-critical applications. The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Air Force's Space and Missiles System Center. We support the Air Force's acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

  • Elicit, analyze, define, and manage technical requirements for satellite communication systems and ground terminals.
  • Conduct comprehensive technical analyses and trade studies to evaluate design alternatives.
  • Design and analyze end-to-end RF communication systems, including satellite payloads and ground terminals.
  • Develop and maintain detailed link budgets for satellite communication links.
  • Create and simulate realistic communication scenarios to evaluate system performance.
  • Apply in-depth knowledge of military and commercial SATCOM systems.
  • Analyze and evaluate the performance of various military user terminals.
  • Support the integration, verification, and validation of communication equipment and software.
  • Provide technical expertise on ground terminal architecture and design.
  • Participate in the definition of system architectures and interfaces.
  • Investigate and resolve system anomalies and performance discrepancies.
  • Produce and maintain comprehensive technical documentation.
  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  • Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
  • 12+ years of experience in communications systems engineering, with a focus on RF satellite communication systems.
  • Strong understanding of RF principles, antenna systems, digital signal processing (DSP), and modulation/demodulation techniques.
  • Proven experience with the systems engineering lifecycle.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform complex technical analysis and trade studies.
  • Proficiency with link budget and RF simulation and modeling tools.
  • Experience with both MILSATCOM and COMSATCOM systems.
  • Direct experience with military user terminals and ground equipment.
  • Familiarity with the certification processes for military terminals.
  • Demonstrated experience leading technical efforts or small teams.
  • Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
  • Experience with programming/scripting languages like Python, C++, or MATLAB.
  • Hands-on experience with RF test equipment.
  • Familiarity with secure and classified communication systems.
  • Experience with MBSE tools and methodologies.
  • Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.
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