Senior Digital Signals & RF Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation • El Segundo, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Senior Digital Signals & RF Engineer for the Digital Communication and Implementation Department (DCID) in Mission Payloads Division (MPD). At 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. The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at our facility at El Segundo, CA.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related technical discipline
• Minimum 12+ years of experience in an area of digital signal processing, digital communications including algorithm development and FPGA implementation
• Proficiency with any of the following: MATLAB, C/C++, Python, VHDL
• Previous experience testing, fielding, or developing GNSS systems
• Detailed understanding of GNSS architecture
• Ability to lead and provide mentorship to staff across various experience levels
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government.
• U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance Top-Secret level with SCI access.

Nice To Haves

• PhD degree
• Experience using GNURadio, USRPs, and the GNSS SDR
• Proficiency working with and modeling for GNSS Simulators
• Skill with RF lab equipment (spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes)
• Familiarity with Linux, Real-Time Operating Systems, and DevOps tools (Jira, Git, Jenkins)
• Ability to interact directly with government customers

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing signal processing algorithms with applications to GPS/GNSS/Software Defined Radio receivers and/or communication transceivers and/or digital signal processing on FPGA hardware or in software
• Analysis of signal processing performance using MATLAB, Python, or similar simulation environments
• Prototyping of cutting-edge real-time systems for emulation and proof of concept
• Research pertaining to advanced signal processing, GNSS technology/future development and Alternative PNT concepts
• Documenting work products in briefings and/or technical reports to customers and colleagues

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

What This Job Offers

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