Sr. Communication Systems Engineer
The Aerospace CorporationCalifornia, United States
Posted May 7, 2026
151300 - 226900 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 Sr. Communication Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership for the Next Generation OPIR Program's ground system, specifically the Relay Ground Station (RGS) antennas and related ground networks. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at the facility in El Segundo, CA.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or a related technical field
- Twelve or more years of responsible professional engineering experience
- Experience with development, test, and fielding of space-ground communications systems
- Prior engineering leadership or project management experience
- Active secret clearance with an ability to obtain TS/SCI, US 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
- Flexible spending accounts
- Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
- Relocation assistance
- Professional growth and development programs
- Education assistance programs
- Inclusive work environment