Space EW/RF Operations Engineer — Onsite

The Aerospace Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 117,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vacation & holidays

Telework options

401(k) plan

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Space Security EW/RF Operational Engineer to advise and shape space-based warfare systems for DoD, IC, and civil customers. This role requires deep expertise in EW, SATCOM RF, and systems engineering, with strong leadership and a willingness to travel as needed.

Based in Colorado Springs or El Segundo, this 100% onsite position offers a competitive pay range and a path to lead crucial analyses and architecture decisions across the space enterprise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, or technical science.
• 8+ years of engineering/scientific experience with operational relevance.
• Experience with DoD/IC satellite systems.
• EW/SATCOM/RF systems knowledge including anti-jamming techniques.
• Understanding satellite operations and mission needs.

Responsibilities

• Advise with SWAC/SSDP/CFC on technical approaches and force design.
• Provide EW and SATCOM RF expertise and system engineering support.
• Develop requirements, conduct design reviews, and support tests.
• Lead analytic teams to address technical questions for customers.
• Coordinate with government and contractor teams across the space enterprise.

Skills

EW techniques

SATCOM RF

Systems engineering

Leadership

DoD/IC experience

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/math/tech science

Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Space Security EW/RF Operational Engineer to advise and shape space-based warfare systems for DoD, IC, and civil customers. This role requires deep expertise in EW, SATCOM RF, and systems engineering, with strong leadership and a willingness to travel as needed.

Based in Colorado Springs or El Segundo, this 100% onsite position offers a competitive pay range and a path to lead crucial analyses and architecture decisions across the space enterprise.