2026 Space Systems Modeling & Simulation Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•El Segundo, CA

6d•$90,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring Space Systems Modeling and Simulation Engineers for the Communication and Network Architectures Subdivision (CNAS) within the Mission Payloads Division. CNAS performs analysis, modeling and simulation, and laboratory activities to design and evaluate communication systems, digital signal processing algorithms, and space and ground networks. Engineers support U.S. Government military and national program customers and help solve space communications challenges. The role supports space missions for Department of Defense, intelligence community, and commercial customers. Engineers collaborate with military officers, government civilians, prime contractors, and Aerospace engineers across technical disciplines. The position also involves participating in technical studies and research to develop implementable solutions and next-generation space communications concepts, signals, architectures, and technologies. Candidates are expected to communicate technical findings and customer impacts through presentations and written reports, and to keep learning about space systems and contributing innovative ideas. The position is onsite at the company’s facility in El Segundo, California, with occasional travel to customer sites of approximately 0–10%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Math, or a related STEM discipline from an accredited university, either pursuing the degree or having conferred it within 12 months.
0–1 year of industry work experience.
Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and/or C/C++.
General knowledge, coursework, and/or prior internship or project experience related to communication systems and/or systems modeling and simulation, in hardware or software.
Ability to provide technical solutions in response to customer needs.
Willingness to travel occasionally to a customer site, approximately 0–10%.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government-issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.
Transcripts are required.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Organizational and time-management skills.
Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing customer needs.
Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with internal and external organizations.

Nice To Haves

Master’s and/or Ph.D. degree from an accredited program in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Math, or a related discipline.
Understanding of satellite systems, satellite communications, or space networks.
Familiarity with network testbed development and/or experience with network emulation or simulation.
Understanding of communication systems and digital signal processing concepts such as modulation, coding, synchronization, waveform design, channel effects, spectrum, and link performance.
Active U.S. Government-issued DoD Secret clearance or higher.

Responsibilities

Support space missions serving DoD, intelligence community, and commercial customers.
Work closely with military officers, government civilians, prime contractors, and Aerospace engineers from other technical disciplines.
Participate in technical studies and analysis to develop implementable technical solutions for space communications problems.
Participate in research projects developing next-generation concepts, signals, architectures, and technologies related to space communications.
Communicate technical results and their customer impact clearly through presentations and written reports.
Continually learn about space systems and contribute innovative ideas to advance technology.

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.