The Aerospace Corporation · 2 hours ago
Communication Systems and Cognitive Radio Engineer - Sr. MTS
El Segundo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $166K/yr
4+ years expThe Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. The Communication Systems and Cognitive Radio Engineer will design and develop prototypes for cognitive radios and provide technical guidance to customers in the space enterprise.
AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, build, test, and demonstrate software/hardware prototypes for intelligent, cognitive radios
Deliver tech demos and briefings to internal stakeholders and to external customers
Provide technical guidance and insight to external customers
Pitch ideas for new research and development projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline
Four years of related experience with modern communication and digital signal processing techniques
Experience with Linux or development on a Linux platform
Strong coding skills in either C++ or Python
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. Government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
Preferred
Experience in satellite communications, CubeSats, or GPS/GNSS/PNT systems
Software defined radio development (GNU Radio) or experience with USRP or similar SDR platforms
Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning techniques and machine learning frameworks like PyTorch and scikit-learn
Experience with best practices for DevOps and MLOps
Active TS/SCI 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
Company
The Aerospace Corporation
As the government’s preeminent space innovation partner, Aerospace brings technical expertise to advance the nation's missions in space.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tanya Pemberton
President & CEO
Ashley Kowalski
Project Leader - International Partnerships
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