EW Systems Engineer

CX2 • El Segundo, CA

5d • $122,000 - $175,000

About The Position

CX2 is a next-generation defense technology company founded to deliver spectrum dominance for the United States and our allies. CX2’s AI-enabled hardware and software platforms detect, disrupt and defend the electromagnetic spectrum across land, air, sea and space domains.

We are seeking a highly motivated Electronic Warfare (EW) Systems Engineer to design, develop, and integrate advanced systems that operate within the electromagnetic spectrum. This role supports mission-critical defense programs focused on sensing, protecting, and controlling RF environments in complex and contested scenarios.
Key success factors for this role include:
Systems thinking and problem-solving in complex environments
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Ability to work in cross-disciplinary teams
Effective written and verbal communication

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Sciences, Physics, or related field
• Experience with simulation tools, modeling tools, and requirements management software.
• Strong understanding of signal processing fundamentals (FFT, filtering, detection theory)
• Experience with modeling and simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, Python)
• Familiarity with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a US Citizen, Green Card holder, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electronic warfare systems or radar signal processing
• Knowledge of EW techniques (jamming, spoofing, electronic protection methods)
• Familiarity with MBSE/SysML tools (e.g., Cameo, MagicDraw)
• Experience with RF simulation tools (HFSS, CST, ADS)
• Prior work in defense or aerospace programs

Responsibilities

• Support system integration of RF hardware, software, and platform-level components (air, land, sea, or space)
• Plan and execute test & evaluation (T&E) activities, including lab and field testing
• Generate and maintain technical documentation, requirements, and verification artifacts
• Requirements Gathering: Meet with clients and stakeholders to identify, gather, and document technical requirements.
• Analysis & Modeling: Analyze project technical features, create diagrams, and build models to define system behavior.
• Validation & Verification: Ensure that requirements are correct (validation) and that the final system meets those requirements (verification).
• Traceability & Scope Management: Maintain traceability of requirements from design to testing to prevent scope creep.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with software, RF, hardware, and project management teams to align design with user needs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, stock options and benefits, including health, vision and dental.
• 401K enrollment at 90 days.
• Generous PTO + most Federal Holidays observed.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Access to the latest tools and technologies.
• High levels of responsibility and autonomy.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Access to the hardest problems in electronic warfare.

What This Job Offers

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