Senior Communication Software 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 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 Software Implementation Department (CSID) at the Aerospace Corporation provides proof-of-concept studies, novel algorithms, and prototypes using software-defined radios, reconfigurable hardware transceivers, wireless communication and navigation systems to enable the Space Enterprise's mission success. We are recognized experts in applying non-classical approaches, such as machine learning, to solve real-world problems in satellite communication, signals intelligence, anti-interference, and other mission areas.
CSID goes beyond analysis and simulation to push the leading edge by building working intelligent communication prototypes using software-defined radios. The domain for our larger engineering division, Communication Technologies and Engineering Division, focuses on main-mission communication satellites, wideband links, command and telemetry, and terrestrial networks, along with their enabling technologies.
What You'll Be Doing

• As a Senior Communication Software Engineer, you will be collaboratively helping to establish and lead projects that further the organization's technical capabilities around Radio Frequency (RF) and Radar Signal processing
• Engage in mentoring activities that promote a culture of inclusivity and growth both within, and across, organizational boundaries
• Manage technical projects with cross-disciplinary teams from proposal, to execution plan to final product delivery
• Ensure the technical quality of deliverables (reports, software, hardware, services, etc.) to customers.
• Mentor and lead staff to create cutting edge prototypes in the RF and Radar processing application area using best available technologies
• Promote and market the organization's capabilities to customers. Engage with customers and higher management in identifying areas to support and develop statements of work and statements of expectations for technical projects.
• Must be excited about exploring fields and concepts that may be out of your comfort zone.

What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:

• MUST HAVE an active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. Government for consideration
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or another related discipline is required
• Minimum of 4-years experience of strong technical experience in RF Processing, Digital Communication, and database integration utilizing one or more computer programming languages (C++, MATLAB, python, FORTRAN, etc.)
• Strong technical leadership skills with demonstrated project management experience, from project ideation to execution and Aerospace-quality product delivery
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with corporate, customer, and contractor management and staff
• Demonstrated effective mentorship, career development, and interpersonal skills directed toward junior engineers

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• 6-years of progressively responsible engineering experience in software development, signal processing systems, space systems and/or communication systems
• Experience developing digital communication prototyping using GNU Radio, SDR#, SoapySDR, X-Midas, etc.
• Experience implementing and/or leveraging DevOps/SecDevOps pipelines for software projects
• Familiarity with ML Ops tools and processes
• Familiarity with Data Science which includes: data-centric problem formulation, data cleaning hands-on experience as well as classification, regression and reinforcement learning knowledge
• Strength in more than one of the following programming languages/libraries: Python, C/C++, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, Keras, Theano, PyTorch, Veles, etc.
• Experience with Air Force and/or NRO space programs
• Advanced degree (Master or PhD) in relevant engineering disciplines

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 [email protected]. You can also review The Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law and the supplement, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.