Senior DSP/GNSS Engineer
In an era of dynamic change in space, Aerospace is addressing a generation of complex challenges. We operate the only federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) committed exclusively to the space enterprise. Our technical experts span every discipline of space-related science and engineering. Join our team and thrive in a career that matters to the world and you personally.
Key Functions
- Investigate, Develop, Implement and Evaluate new concepts in navigation & communication systems
- Evaluate & Test hardware including GNSS Receivers/Simulators and Military Communication Devices
- Work as an individual or as a team member on analytical and experimental studies
- Document work products in briefings and/or technical reports to customers and colleagues
- Interface with Aerospace internal and external customers, and external contractors for the exchange of technical information
- 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
- High motivation with proficiency to learn and carry out tasks with guidance/leadership of experienced staff
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field
- 2-5 year of industry related experience
- Understanding in an area of digital signal processing & digital communications
- Experience with GNSS/GPS positioning and navigation, or alternative navigation techniques
- Familiarity with GNU Radio
- Proficiency with one or more of the following: MATLAB, C/C++, Python
- Experience with laboratory tools such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field
- FPGA development and HDL (Verilog, VHDL) experience
- Familiarity with microwave circuits, measurement tools, and analysis
- Ability to design & analyze digital and/or analog circuits
- Prototyping skills
- Metal Fabrication
- CAD (AutoCAD, Solidworks, etc)
- Additive Manufacturing
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
- A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
- Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
- Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
- 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, regardless of whether you contribute
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Flexible spending accounts
- Relocation assistance (if applicable)
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.