2027 Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans

Paid time off

Telework options

401(k) plan

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Signal Processing and AI Engineer to work on signal processing, digital communications, and machine learning projects. The role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, documenting results, and contributing to internal R&D efforts.

Responsibilities include developing algorithms, modeling and testing, and presenting findings to customers. A Bachelor's degree and strong Python/C++ coding skills are required; a clearance and US

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree 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 or relevant internship.
• Strong coding skills in Python or C++.
• Proficiency with version control systems (Git, Bitbucket) and Linux environments.
• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.

Responsibilities

• Mix of engineering projects related to signal processing, digital communications, and/or machine learning.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in research or technical programs with academic partners.
• Document work products in briefings and/or technical reports to customers and colleagues.
• Propose and carry out internal R&D projects; engage in field work and publish in conferences.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or closely related technical discipline

Tools

Python

C++

Git

Linux

MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Bitbucket

Job description

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.

Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence Engineer

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

What You’ll Be Doing

• 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.

Corporate Skills You’ll Bring

• 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

What You Need to be Successful

• 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.

How You Can Stand Out

• 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

Benefits

• 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

Leadership Competencies

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

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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 [e-mail] . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

Location & Payment

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA. We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $90,000.00 - $140,000.00 Pay Basis: Annual. The Aerospace Corporation has over 26 locations nationwide, which allows us to build a workforce that will nurture the best ideas, and generate the most novel innovations and solutions to our nation’s toughest space enterprise challenges. Right Path Aerospace covers all stages of the space lifecycle, from concept to operations. We believe our people are our most valuable resource and that’s why we propel our employees forward in their careers through ongoing education, training, and professional development. Right Purpose We can all serve a mission much greater than ourselves, and at Aerospace that is exactly what we do. By hiring the industry’s most preeminent scientists and engineers, Aerospace advances emerging technologies that protect some of the most critical missions on Earth and above it.