Space Communications Systems Engineer | Python & Satellite

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Education assistance programs

401(k) Plan—company-paid benefits

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Communication Systems Engineer to support CPCTD in El Segundo, CA. The role involves developing high-fidelity models for next-generation communication systems and collaborating with senior engineers across design reviews, integration, and test activities.

You will contribute to cradle-to-grave communications and navigation payload systems engineering, including rapid concept studies, CONOPs, and on-orbit support for national security programs.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited university in STEM-related field.
• 2+ years related experience in communication engineering.
• Proficiency in Python coding.
• Fundamental knowledge of satellite communication.
• Current TS clearance with SCI access.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex models to simulate communication architectures and verify performance using Python.
• Support prototype build and test.
• Aggregate and review test data to support requirements sell-off.
• Work with senior engineers to support communication subsystem design reviews, integration & test phases, anomaly resolution, spacecraft launch, and in-orbit check-out.
• Provide timely written and verbal technical assessment reports to program offices and line management.

Skills

Python coding

Communication engineering

Satellite communication

TS clearance with SCI access

Education

STEM degree

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Communication Systems Engineer to support CPCTD in El Segundo, CA. The role involves developing high-fidelity models for next-generation communication systems and collaborating with senior engineers across design reviews, integration, and test activities.

You will contribute to cradle-to-grave communications and navigation payload systems engineering, including rapid concept studies, CONOPs, and on-orbit support for national security programs.