Digital Communications & DSP Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•El Segundo, CA

23h•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! Interested in prototyping cutting-edge communication and Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT) systems that will drive future acquisition programs? Then a role as a Digital Communications & Signal Processing Engineer in the Digital Communication Implementation Department (DCID), under The Aerospace Corporation’s MPD, is the ideal landing spot for your next career move! DCID uses software-defined radios and FPGA technology to develop advanced communication and navigation system prototypes (GNSS, PNT, GPS, etc.) that solve the toughest problems related to digital communication systems. DCID’s support includes guiding the acquisition of next generation communication and navigation systems needed by our customer, helping industry implement cutting edge technology and creating innovative solutions to our customers’ most challenging problems. Our group supports exciting programs such as the Aerospace CubeSat SlingShot Platform, development of the Payload Characterization and Environments (PACE) Lab, and compete in challenges such as the Blind Signal Classification Challenge. Please join us on the leading edge of digital communications. The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at our facility at El Segundo, CA What You’ll Be Doing Job Summary:

Requirements

Masters degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science.
Minimum 8 years of experience in an area of digital signal processing and Digital Communications.
Proficiency with any of the following: MATLAB, C/C++, Python, VHDL.
Experience with DSP algorithm design and implementation.
Work implementing digital communication and/or DSP algorithms in hardware using FPGAs.
Proficiency in Verilog or VHDL, logic implementation, and simulation tools for complex FPGA designs.
Detailed understanding of FPGA RTL design, hardware architecture, testbench design, synthesis, static timing analysis, timing closure, and clock domain crossing.
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 Top-Secret level with SCI access. This process will begin after the start date.

Nice To Haves

PhD degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or another related field in an area of digital signal processing, GNSS positioning and navigation, alternative navigation techniques.
Experience using GNURadio, USRPs, and the AMD FPGAs
Proficient in GPU programming, hardware acceleration, and process parallelization
Skilled with RF lab equipment (spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes)
Familiar with Linux, Real-Time Operating Systems, and DevOps tools (Jira, Git, Jenkins)
Exposure to AI/ML concepts
Expert level in Digital Signal Processing and Digital Communication concepts.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement signal processing algorithms with applications to GPS / GNSS/Software Defined Radio receivers and/or communication transceivers and/or digital signal processing on FPGA hardware or in software.
Analysis of signal processing performance using Matlab, Python, or similar simulation environments.
Prototype of cutting-edge real-time systems for emulation and proof of concept.
Research pertaining to advanced signal processing, GPS technology and/or re-configurable communication processing.
Document work products in briefings and/or technical reports to customers and colleagues.

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