Senior Comm DSP Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•El Segundo, CA

10d•$129,000 - $249,600•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation’s Communication Software Implementation Department develops novel algorithms and prototypes using software-defined radios to support the space enterprise. The department provides technical advice on satellite communication systems and uses state-of-the-art algorithms to develop future capabilities for its customers. The selected candidate will build prototypes for classic and AI/ML signal processing; develop, model, and test algorithms using real and simulated data; deliver technical demonstrations and briefings to internal stakeholders and external customers; provide technical guidance to customers; and develop the department’s business network with the customer program office. The role is full-time and requires working on-site at the company’s facility in El Segundo, California. The position requires at least a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, substantial communications, digital signal processing, or AI/ML communications experience, Linux development experience, and strong coding skills. For the Senior Engineering Specialist level, the posting additionally specifies at least twelve years of experience, technical leadership or U.S. Government customer business development experience, and mentorship of junior staff. The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
At least eight years of related experience combining modern communication system engineering, digital signal processing, or AI/ML communications expertise.
At least twelve years of experience for the Senior Engineering Specialist level.
Experience developing in a Linux environment.
Strong coding experience in Python, C++, or Matlab.
For the Senior Engineering Specialist level, proven technical leadership with project leadership from initial concept to execution, or business development experience with a U.S. Government customer.
For the Senior Engineering Specialist level, demonstrated mentorship of junior staff.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government-issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.
Ability to work full-time on-site at the El Segundo, California facility.

Nice To Haves

Software-defined radio development, including GNU Radio, or experience with USRP or similar SDR platforms.
Domain expertise in Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT), or Electromagnetic Warfare (EW).
Experience with DevOps and MLOps best practices.
Active TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

Build prototypes for classic signal processing and AI/ML signal processing.
Develop, model, and test algorithms using real and simulated data.
Deliver technical demonstrations and briefings to internal stakeholders and external customers.
Provide technical guidance and insight to external customers.
Develop the department’s business network with the customer program office.
For the Senior Engineering Specialist level, provide project leadership from initial concept through execution or contribute business development experience with a U.S. Government customer.
Mentor junior staff.

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; immediate eligibility and vesting 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.