The Aerospace Corporation

Digital Signals and Navigation Engineer 

El Segundo, CA, United States

$95-138k

Full Time

5 months ago

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Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s 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, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

The Communication Technologies and Engineering Division (CTED) represents the disciplines of communications, networking, and PNT (Position, Navigation, and Timing) in support of space missions, along with their enabling technologies. In our domain, CTED projects comprise all aspects, from architectures to prototypes to implementation, theoretical to hands-on. Our engineers work directly with corporate and U.S. Government customers to ensure robust and resilient communications.

The Aerospace Corporation’s Digital Communications Implementation Department (DCID) uses software-defined radios and FPGA technology to develop advanced communication and navigation system prototypes that solve our customer’s most challenging problems related to digital communication systems. DCID’s support includes guiding the acquisition of next generation communication and navigation systems needed by our customer, helping industry implement cutting edge technology and creating innovative solutions to our customers’ most challenging problems. Please join us on the leading edge of digital communications.

Work Model: This position will be 100% in the office in El Segundo, CA

What You’ll Be Doing

Implement, test and evaluate new communication/navigation concepts
Rapid development and testing of hardware including Receivers/Simulators and Military Communication Devices
Work on cutting edge navigation techniques using alternative navigation signals
Work as an individual or as a team member on analytical and experimental studies
Guide future technology investment through briefing work products to customers and colleagues
Candidate will work on a diverse set of projects. It is very important to be hands-on, willing to learn and be comfortable in working in an environment with engineers of diverse backgrounds and expertise

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements – Member of Technical Staff:

Bachelor's degree or completing a bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field
One or more years of related industry experience
Understanding in an area of digital signal processing & digital communications
Familiarity with GNU Radio
FPGA development and HDL (Verilog or VHDL) experience
Proficiency with one or more of the following: MATLAB, C/C++, Python
Experience working with and developing in a Unix/Linux Environment
This position requires the eligibility to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Senior Member of Technical Staff include: 

Masters or PhD degree from an accredited program in Communication Theory and Digital Signal Processing or another related field.  
Four or more years of related industry experience
Understanding in an area of digital signal processing & digital communications
Familiarity with GNU Radio
FPGA development and HDL (Verilog or VHDL) experience
Proficiency with one or more of the following: MATLAB, C/C++, Python
Experience working with and developing in a Unix/Linux Environment
This position requires the eligibility to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

Masters or PhD degree from an accredited program in Communication Theory and Digital Signal Processing or another related field.  
Experience with GNSS/GPS positioning and navigation, or alternative navigation techniques
Work with satellite systems (flight computers, components, communications systems, etc.)
Familiarity with AI/ML use for navigation
Ability to design & analyze digital and/or analog circuits
GNSS/GPS Reciever Prototyping experience
CAD (AutoCAD, Solidworks, etc) experience
Additive Manufacturing experience

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll 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)

$95,200 - $137,900

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership 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 diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the 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 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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, color, religion, genetic information, 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 you’re 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 email at ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.