Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence 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.

Department:
Communications Software Implementation Department (CSID) within the Mission Payloads Division (MPD) of the Aerospace Corporation.

• Mix of engineering projects related to signal processing, digital communications, and/or machine learning.
• Participates with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners.
• Applies standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks.
• Document work products in briefings and/or technical reports to customers and colleagues.
• Opportunities to propose and carry out internal R&D projects, engage in field work, and publish in conferences and journals.
• Training and mentorship will be provided.

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must work well in a team environment
• Possess organizational, time management and project management skills
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need
• Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university program in Electrical Engineering, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or closely related technical discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
• 0-1 year of industry work experience
• Relevant academic or prior internship work experience
• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Strong coding skills in Python or C++
• Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git, Bitbucket) and Linux environments
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Transcripts Required.

• Master's or PhD degree from an accredited college/university program in Electrical Engineering, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or closely related technical discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months) GPA 3.5 or higher
• Active security clearance
• Experience with Software Defined Radios and/or GNURadio
• Experience with designing and training machine learning models applied to signal processing and/or communications applications

• 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

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

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