6K8CI5-Systems Engineer 5

This job is with Encode Inc a fully owned subsidiary of Lancesoft




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Work Location: El Segundo CA 92-30 Building 92-30
Position Comments: Manager contact: No

Shifts: 1st
Onsite/remote/hybrid: 100% onsite
Interview Information: Teams meeting camera optional
Requested Security Clearance: Secret
Is Clearance Required to Start: No
Are you okay with out-of-state candidates: Yes must relocate at own expense
Duration: 6 months possible extension

Job Description: Regular and predictable attendance is required
Work statement is a non-managerial role non-leadership role.

The Space Communications Payload Systems Engineering Team develops next-generation payload products and services in partnership with our commercial government and proprietary customers. Our team drives all facets of engineering from technology investment concept development proposal writing requirement development RF and digital payload design test verification and demonstration of products in their relevant environments.

The Space Communications Payload Systems Engineer is part of a high-performing team that is immersed in highly complex development projects. As a member of our team you will have the opportunity to design develop and deliver state-of-the-art communication systems for space-based applications for commercial civil and/or national security programs. This position will work with a highly motivated team that works with domestic or international customers on their latest satellite systems. This roles assignments typically span the complete program life cycle from internal trades concept studies and system definition to satellite development launch and on-orbit operations and test.

Position Responsibilities:
Design and develop next generation RF (Radio Frequency) digital and/or optical satellite communications systems and payload architectures
Support trade studies and generate proposals
Define and verify space communication unit subsystem and system requirements and interfaces
Perform system-level CONOPS development functional analysis RF and Optical performance analysis and decomposition
Support system-level integration and validation
Perform analyses and simulations for space communication systems including: link analysis signal distortion system capacity reliability and performance
Develop analysis tools using MATLAB and object-oriented software platforms
Develop and verify system algorithms that meet functional and performance requirements
Oversee the design and build of satellite RF and digital payload units from internal teams and external suppliers that meet defined requirements and interfaces
Perform design reviews and requirements sell-off
Perform system test preparation execution troubleshooting and verification

Required Skills:
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology) Computer Science Data Science Mathematics Physics Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
5 years of related work experience
Experience or an academic background with communications subsystems or units
Experience or an academic background with payload design analysis development and/or verification

Preferred Skills:
14 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience working on satellite or space-based payloads
Experience with satellite or terrestrial RF and digital communications systems and antenna theory
Experience with requirements definition and verification
Experience with RF analyses such as G/T EIRP gain-loss
Experience with Matlab/Simulink and C

Education / Experience: Bachelors degree with 14 or more years experience Masters degreee with 12 or more years experience or PhD with 9 or more years experience. Bachelor Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering computer science mathematics physics or chemistry.

Additional Information


Full Time / Part Time / On Call: Full time
Shift: First
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 5:30 PM
Does this position require a U.S person for purposes of Export Compliance: Yes
Requested Security Clearance: Secret
Is Clearance Required To Start: No
Safety Sensitive: Not Required - Non-Safety Sensitive Position
Travel Required: No
International Travel Required: No
Travel Comments:
Report to work instructions after obtaining badge: manager to confirm
Additional Comments:
Is Hiring Manager Open to Supplier Contact: No
Preferred Contact Information:

At Encode we believe that our employees are our greatest asset and we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance retirement plans and generous paid time off. Our flexible work arrangements and emphasis on work-life balance ensure that our employees can achieve their professional goals while maintaining a healthy personal life. Additionally we provide opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement including professional development programs and access to cutting-edge technologies.

As a cleared facility we have a particular need for individuals with active Secret or Top Secret clearances. Your expertise and security clearance would be invaluable in supporting our mission-critical projects and ensuring the highest standards of security and compliance.

We would love to discuss how your experience and skills align with our needs and explore potential opportunities with Encode. If you are interested in learning more please reply to this email with your updated resume and a convenient time for a brief conversation.

Thank you for considering this opportunity. We look forward to the possibility of working together and contributing to your professional journey.