Microwave Test Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation • El Segundo, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation’s Communications Electronics Department (CED), within the Mission Payloads Division, is seeking a Microwave Test Engineer to design and implement innovative RF/microwave test benches using modeling, prototyping, and measurement capabilities. The position involves collaborating with microwave and millimeter-wave subject matter experts in an intellectually curious, growth-oriented engineering environment supporting critical space systems. The selected candidate must work full time on-site at the company’s facility in El Segundo, California and be willing to travel domestically approximately 10%. The role may be filled at Member or Senior Member of the Technical Staff level, with additional experience and education requirements for the senior level. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret/SSBI security clearance are required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline for Member of the Technical Staff.
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience testing microwave instrumentation such as network and spectrum analyzers, high-speed oscilloscopes, and signal sources.
• Proficiency in instrument automation using Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar languages.
• Creativity in problem-solving, ability to handle ambiguity and imperfectly defined problems, ability to rapidly grasp new concepts, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 10%.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret/SSBI security clearance.
• For Senior Member of the Technical Staff: an MS in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline with 3 years of experience, or a BS in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline with 5 years of microwave-testing experience, in addition to the other requirements.
• For Senior Member candidates: track record writing test procedures and experience generating test reports.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with high-power microwave amplifiers or systems.
• Ability to perform microwave circuit simulations using ADS or AWR Microwave Office.
• Capability to perform EM simulations using Sonnet, AXIEM, or HFSS.
• Technical team leadership.
• Currently holding an active Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance with SCI access.

Responsibilities

• Develop test benches using microwave instrumentation, including network analyzers and/or high-speed oscilloscopes.
• Independently analyze test data.
• Perform engineering design, analysis, and modeling.
• Collaborate onsite with fellow engineers and technicians.
• Mentor technical and technician staff.
• For Senior Member candidates: write test procedures and generate test reports.

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.

What This Job Offers

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