RF Communication Systems Engineer

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!     

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a RF Communication Systems Engineer to join the team.

The RF Communication Systems Engineer will:

• Serve as a RF Communications Systems Engineer for the communication and tracking sub-systems of the Gateway and Exploration programs, a critical integration effort of the NASA Program which will return to the Moon

• Write Radio Frequency communication subsystem level Interface Requirements Documents (IRD), Verification Requirements (VRs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for spacecrafts. Review IRDs, ICDs and component level requirements (Transponders, Transceivers, baseband processors)

• Review Link and network layer protocols implemented on communication systems based on CCSDS recommendations

• Determine the performance of Radio Frequency (RF) communication links and create link budgets using analytical methods, analysis and simulations

• Actively participate and contribute to Systems Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary & Critical Design Reviews, and Technical Interchange Meetings

• Perform Radio Frequency interference & compatibility analysis, Power Flux Density analysis, Spectral analysis for Space based communication systems

• Assist and support NASA RF communication sub system manager with reviews, meetings and be the technical Point of Contact

• Represent JSC and interface with other NASA centers, federal agencies and commercial partners

• Perform analysis using software such as Matlab, Simulink and Excel

• Other duties as required​​

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area

• A BS or a MS degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited engineering school

• On location position - situational telework only

• Must have completed college level RF Communications coursework

• Strong analytical skills in RF communications

• Strong knowledge of communication systems such as digital modulation, demodulation, encoding/decoding, spread spectrum signals, signal detection, data formatting and packetizing

• Excellent communication and organizational skills along with the ability to work in a team environment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation​

Requisition Preferences:

• ​Experience with NASA processes

• Knowledge in antennas, RF propagation and network layer protocols

• Familiar with CCSDS communication standards

• Knowledge of Pseudo noise (PN) Ranging, forward error correction such as LDPC, radiometric (range and range rate) calculations, Orbital Dynamics

• Programming languages such as C/C++ and Python​

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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