2027 Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence Engineer
El Segundo, CA - USA
Job Summary
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.
The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence Engineer for theCommunications Software Implementation Departmentwithin theMission PayloadsDivision (MPD).
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 thenforwardto 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 Communication Software Implementation Department (CSID) develops novel algorithms and prototypes using software defined radios to enable the space enterprise. We are subject matter experts who provide technical advice to our customers on satellite communication systems and usestate-of-the-artalgorithms to build our customers future capabilities.
The selected candidate will be required to work full-time on-site at our facility in El Segundo CA.
WhatYoullBe Doing
- Mix of engineering projects related to signal processing digital communications and/or machine learning.
- Participateswith an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners.
- Applies standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribedscientific and/orengineering tasks.
- Document work products in briefings and/or technical reports to customers and colleagues
- Opportunities to propose and carry out internal R&D projects engage in field work and publish in conferences and journals
- Training and mentorship will be provided.
WhatCorporateSkillsYoullBring
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Must work well in a team environment
- Possess organizational time management and project management skills
- Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need
- Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations
What You Need to be Successful
MinimumRequirements
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college/university program in Electrical Engineering Computer/Electrical EngineeringComputer Scienceor closely related technical discipline(pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
- 0-1 year of industry work experience
- Relevant academic or prior internship work experience
- Microsoft Office (WordPowerPointand Excel)
- Strong coding skills inPython or C
- Proficiencywith version control systems (e.g. GitBitbucket) andLinux environments
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- This position requires ability to obtain andmaintaina security clearance which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship isto obtain a security clearance.
- Transcripts Required
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
- Masters or PhD degree from an accredited college/university program in Electrical Engineering Computer/Electrical Engineering Computer Science or closely related technical discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
- GPA 3.5 or higher
- Active security clearance
- Experience with Software Defined Radios and/orGNURadio
- Experience with designing and training machine learning models applied to signal processing and/or communications applications
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.
(Min - Max)
$90000.00 - $140000.00Pay Basis: AnnualLeadership 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.
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About Company
Aerospace operates the only federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) committed exclusively to the space enterprise. Our technical experts span every discipline of space-related science and engineering.