Senior Communications and Signal Processing
About The Position
The Communications and Signal Analysis Department within the Mission Payloads Division performs analysis, modeling, and simulation of end-to-end communications and signal collection and processing systems. Its work supports advanced concept development and prototyping, system acquisition, performance analysis, and anomaly resolution for specialized satellite and ground processing applications. The selected candidate will support the research, development, and acquisition of advanced communications and signal collection and processing systems. The role includes conducting analysis, modeling, and simulation; supporting Civil, Department of Defense, and intelligence community customers, primarily the National Reconnaissance Office; initiating studies and coordinating tasking; forming and leading teams; working with multiple stakeholders; and representing the organization at technical meetings, presentations, and symposia. This position requires full-time, on-site work at the company’s facility in Chantilly, Virginia. The candidate must be willing to travel domestically up to approximately 10% of the time and be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required. The annual grade-based pay range is $129,000 to $249,600, with individual salary determined by factors including education, experience, knowledge, and skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- At least 12 years of experience in communications and signal processing for the Senior Engineering Specialist level.
- Experience in areas such as modeling and simulation; some knowledge of hardware, hardware imperfections, and modeling is required.
- Demonstrated strong analytical and team leadership skills.
- Willingness to travel domestically up to approximately 10% of the time.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Experience with the company’s customers and knowledge of National Technical Means.
- Experience in Satellite Communications and SIGINT.
- Experience using MATLAB, Python, C++, or additional tools for modeling and simulation.
- Active TS/SCI clearance.
Responsibilities
- Support the research, development, and acquisition of advanced communications and signal collection and processing systems.
- Perform analysis, modeling, and simulation of advanced communications and signal collection and processing systems.
- Support Civil, Department of Defense, and intelligence community customers, primarily the National Reconnaissance Office.
- Initiate studies, coordinate tasking, and form and lead teams.
- Interface with multiple stakeholders.
- Represent the organization at technical meetings, presentations, and symposia.
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 based on years of service and 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
