Microwave Transmitter/Receiver Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation • El Segundo, CA

1d • 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! You will support the development of national security microwave and millimeter-wave communication, radar, and sensor systems hardware through a mix of measurements and analysis. Development, design, fabrication, and operation of these systems and components are just part of the job. You will also work on the hardest microwave engineering problems that impact national security space and ground systems. We offer more project flexibility and personal responsibility, including opportunities to perform technical project management, than the usual engineering company. Our academic-inspired collegial atmosphere encourages collaboration; we're also ready to learn from you. Work Model : The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics (Electromagnetics or Plasma) or related discipline
• Four or more years of relevant experience in communication or radar hardware and systems
• Knowledge and/or experience in several of the following engineering areas Microwave Transmitter/Receiver hardware design AND/OR performance measurements
• Measurement or analysis experience assessing the effect of amplifier nonlinearity on communication or sensor hardware
• Understanding of how distortion in a communications channel affects signal quality and system performance (EVM)
• Experience with manual and software-based operation of network analyzers, oscilloscopes, arbitrary waveform generators and other instrumentation
• Demonstrated creativity in problem-solving and an ability to rapidly grasp new concepts.
• Soft skills including the ability to engage others, influence technical decisions, and mentor junior personnel
• Willing to travel domestically approximately 10%
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI US security clearance, which is issued by the US government. US citizenship is required
• In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for Engineering Specialist: Seven or more years of relevant experience in communication or radar hardware
• Technical team leadership

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating TWTAs or other high-power microwave amplifiers
• Experience with waveguide components
• Experience with Python or other software for instrument control
• Current TS/SCI clearance

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, build, and operate microwave and millimeter-wave transmitters and receivers
• Apply advanced microwave measurement techniques to SSPAs, TWTAs and frequency converters
• Provide technical insight to internal and external customers regarding communication, radar, and sensor system design and performance
• Solve microwave hardware anomalies from the component to the system level using analytical methods and laboratory measurements
• Lead technical team projects
• Collaborate onsite with other engineers and technicians

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