Senior Communications Systems Engineer - Engineering Specialist

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Senior Communications Systems Engineer to join their Mission Payloads Division. The selected candidate will work on designing and evaluating communication systems, signals, and signal processing algorithms for various US Government military and national program needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or related applicable technical discipline.
• Six or more years of relevant engineering experience with increasing responsibility.
• Experience with RF satellite communication systems (hardware and software, systems engineering, RF system design requirements development, integration and test, system development, or related field).
• Understanding of several communication systems and digital signal processing concepts (e.g., modulation, coding, synchronization, estimation, detection theory, waveform design, channel effects, and link performance).
• Fluency in MATLAB, Python, or C/C++.
• The ability to obtain a current and active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government (U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance)

Benefits

• 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