Communications Engineer - Member of Technical Staff

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.

Our group is involved in main-mission communication satellites, wideband links, command and telemetry, and terrestrial networks, along with their enabling technologies, are the domain of the Communication Technologies and Engineering Division (CTED). This division comprises all aspects, from architectures to implementation; our engineers work directly with corporate customers to ensure robust and resilient communications.

We are seeking to hire a Communications Engineer who will look to join and learn under our team of established, talented and dynamic engineers of the Communications and Signal Analysis Department (CSAD).  CSAD performs analysis, modeling and simulation of end-to-end radio and optical communication systems, and signal collection/processing techniques and solutions.  We also advise our customers on technical matters and advanced technology development needs.  The work we do is in support of advanced concept development/prototyping, system acquisition support and anomaly resolution, primarily for specialized satellite and associated ground processing applications.

Work Model: 100% onsite in Chantilly, VA.

What You’ll Be Doing 

Job Summary:

• Performing analysis, modeling and simulation of radio and/or optical communication systems and related signal processing

• Working on technical problems in the areas of communications, signals collection and remote sensing

• Supporting customer communications, signal collection and/or emitter geolocation mission areas.

• Supporting our Civil, DoD and intelligence community customers with primary support to the National Reconnaissance Office.

What You Need to be Successful - Member of Technical Staff

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Microwave Photonics or related discipline

• Minimum of 2-years of related industry work experience 

• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational needs 

• Willing to travel domestically/internationally infrequently, as needed

• For this specific position and U.S. Government program, the chosen candidate will need to be of U.S. Citizenship as they will need to have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance provisioned by the U.S. Government. 

How You Can Stand Out 

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

• Masters or Ph.D. degree from an accredited program in Electrical Engineering or Microwave Photonics

• 3-or more years of experience supporting in SIGINT, Satellite, Radio and/or Optical Communications, or advanced signal processing techniques

• Possess an active and current U.S. Government Security Clearance - Top Secret level.  

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.<