Communications and Signal Processing Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations 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 youll 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 countrys 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!

The Communications and Signal Analysis Department (CSAD) performs analysis modeling and simulation of end-to-end radio and optical communication systems and signal collection/processing techniques and solutions. We advise our customers on technical matters and advanced technology development needs. The work we do supports advanced concept development/prototyping system acquisition support and anomaly resolution primarily for specialized satellite and associated ground processing applications. We currently have an opportunity within CSAD for radio communications and wideband receiver systems modeling and simulation as detailed below.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time on-site at our facility in Chantilly VA. This opportunity includes significant engagement with customers requiring frequent visits to local customer facilities.

What Youll Be Doing

• Performing analysis modeling and simulation of radio systems and related signal processing including channel effects and related hardware distortion effects that impact wideband communications and collection receiver performance. Scope may include all or a portion of transmitter distortions channel effects receiver RF chain (antenna through analog to digital conversion) and application-specific DSP backend processing.

• Performing studies and analytical trades across a broad array of communications and signal processing applications.

• Supporting our Civil DoD and intelligence community customers with primary support to the National Reconnaissance Office

• Contributing within CSAD where youll develop your skills through a combination of independent technical assignments and collaborative team-based projects

• Demonstrating leadership and initiative to inform stakeholders of technical issues and recommended courses of action including technical studies laboratory risk reduction efforts an on-orbit testing

• Acting as the organizations designated representative at customer program review meetings technical meetings presentations and symposia

What You Need to be Successful Senior Member of Technical Staff

Minimum Requirements:

• A bachelors degreefrom an accredited college/university programin Electrical Engineering or related discipline

• Coursework in the areas of digital communications and signal processing using MATLAB/Python

• Experience with digital filters modulation schemes coding SATCOM link budget analysis etc.

• Three or more years of industry work experience

• Willing to travel domestically/internationally infrequently as needed

• This position requirestheability to obtain and maintain a securityclearance which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

In addition to the above the minimum requirements for Engineering Specialist:

• Eight or more years of experience in radio satellite systems communications modeling and simulation

• Experience building and leading teams during the advanced development integration and testing of radio communications and/or collection systems

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Masters or Ph.D. degreefrom an accredited programin Electrical Engineering

• Five or more years of experience in Satellite Communications or advanced signal processing techniques

• Demonstrated expertise in RF systems design and analysis

• Experience with software-defined radio (SDR) platforms and implementations

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

• Knowledge of hardware imperfections and distortion effects

• Active TS/SCI clearance

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge and skills.

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Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee regardless of level and role can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• 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

We are all unique from various backgrounds and all walks of life yet one thing bonds all of us to each otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race age sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression colorreligiongeneticinformation marital status ancestry national origin protected veteran status physical disability medical condition mental disability or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If youre an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.