Space Systems Communications Engineer - MS&A Studies

Cts Technology Solutions, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & vision

401(k) + Roth

HSA access

Paid holidays

Direct deposit

Referral bonus

Job summary

CTS Technology Solutions, Inc. seeks a Digital Communications Space Systems Engineer to support modeling, simulation, and analysis for next-generation space systems in El Segundo, CA.

You will perform waveform, link, and capacity analyses and lead system-of-systems trade studies. Requires 2–5 years of experience in satellite communications, DSP, and simulation tools; strong communication skills and ability to present technical results to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 2–5 years of relevant engineering experience in satellite communications, constellation design, systems engineering, or MS&A.
• Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for scientific computing and data analysis.
• Strong foundation in digital communications and DSP fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience using modeling and simulation tools for RF and digital communications analysis.
• Familiarity with space system design concepts, link budgets, coverage analysis, beam pattern synthesis, and orbital visibility assessments.
• Demonstrated experience conducting system-of-systems trade studies and technical evaluations.
• Proven ability to synthesize and present complex technical results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Model, design, and analyze end-to-end communications systems using purpose-built simulation tools.
• Apply DSP and digital communications principles, including modulations and FEC for MILSATCOM and commercial systems.
• Perform link budget and analysis accounting for interference and environmental effects.
• Conduct constellation-level trade studies and optimize resource scheduling for space architectures.
• Translate constraints into actionable engineering trades and support architecture decisions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

System engineering

Trade studies

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Simulation tools

Git/GitLab

Job description

CTS Technology Solutions, Inc. seeks a Digital Communications Space Systems Engineer to support modeling, simulation, and analysis for next-generation space systems in El Segundo, CA.

You will perform waveform, link, and capacity analyses and lead system-of-systems trade studies. Requires 2–5 years of experience in satellite communications, DSP, and simulation tools; strong communication skills and ability to present technical results to stakeholders.