2026 Communications Architecture Analyst - Communications Systems Engineer
The Aerospace CorporationVirginia, United States • California, United States • Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Posted April 6, 2026
100000 - 100000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Aerospace Corporation is a leading architect for the nation’s space programs, advancing capabilities that outpace threats to the country’s national security while nurturing innovative technologies to further a new era of space commercialization and exploration. Aerospace’s national workforce of more than 4,600 employees provides objective technical expertise and thought leadership to solve the hardest problems in space and assure mission success for space systems and space vehicles. Our greatest asset is the technical expertise of our people. Since 1960, our highly skilled technical people have focused on ensuring the success of every mission and developing the most effective and economic space-related hardware and software in the world. Our insight and involvement spanning all facets of space systems has significantly reduced the risk of launch failure and increased both satellite endurance and performance.
Job Description
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Communications Architecture Analyst to join the Enterprise Effects Division (EED). The successful candidate will work in one of three locations (Chantilly, VA; El Segundo, CA; Colorado Springs, CO) and will be responsible for analyzing communication and ground architectures, conducting modeling and performance assessments, and developing simulation tools.
Requirements
- Member of Technical Staff
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, mathematics, or a related discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
- 0-1 year of industry experience
- Academic or internship experience with space-related modeling, communication/ground architectures, data network modeling, scheduling algorithms and logistics, or mission management
- Experience with one or more software languages that may include Python, C++, or MATLAB
- The ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance (US Citizenship required)
Benefits
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
- Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
- 401(k) Plan
- 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