Comm Systems Cognitive Radio Engineer

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 the Mission Payloads Division (MPD), we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our country’s space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics, sensors, radar, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration.   With innovative laboratories and prototyping, MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense, intelligence community, and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions.  Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD!

The Communication Software Implementation Department (CSID) develops novel algorithms and prototypes using software defined radios to enable the space enterprise. We are subject matter experts who provide technical advice to our customers on satellite communication systems and use state-of-the-art algorithms to build our customer’s future capabilities. 

The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at our facility at El Segundo, CA.

• →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 

Minimum Requirements:

• 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 Python, C++, or Matlab
• 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

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