Systems Engineer 5

Adecco Group; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Systems Engineer 5 to design and develop state-of-the-art space-based communication systems for commercial and national security programs.

The role leads a high-motivated team and collaborates with customers, suppliers, program management, and test engineers across the lifecycle from concept to in-orbit operations. The position requires a BS in engineering or related field, experience in DSP and digital communications, FPGA/ASIC exposure,

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• 3+ years of experience with Matlab or Simulink.
• 5+ years of experience in core digital communications and signal processing theory.
• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering (requirements, allocation, verification, architecture design).
• 1+ years of experience with FPGAs or ASICs.

Responsibilities

• Designing next generation RF and digital satellite communication systems.
• Developing and verifying multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms.
• Performing waveform development and characterization.
• Leading teams and IR&D activities.
• Supporting integration and test of payloads and spacecraft.

Skills

DSP algorithms

Digital communications

MATLAB/Simulink

Signal processing theory

FPGA/ASIC experience

Team leadership

Education

BS in engineering / related field

Tools

Oscilloscope

Waveform generator

Spectrum analyzer

Job description

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Job Description

Job ID#:

219208

Job Category:

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

52

Shift:

1

Positions Available:

2

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer 5, in El Segundo, CA. Job ID#219208

Pay Rate: $114 - $119/hr

Job Description:

As a DSP Algorithms Engineer, you will design and develop state-of-the-art, space-based communication systems for commercial, civil and/or national security programs. You will actively drive a highly-motivated team that works with domestic or international customers on their latest satellite systems.

Project assignments typically span the unit life cycle, from internal trades, concept studies and system definition, to satellite unit development and test. Candidates will belong to or lead a systems engineering team interacting with customers, suppliers, program management, integration and test engineers, and senior technologists.

Position Responsibilities:

Designing and developing next generation RF and digital satellite communication systems

Developing and verifying multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms

Conducting performance analysis of signal processing models

Performing waveform development and characterization

Performing trade studies

Supporting integration and test of our payloads and spacecraft from unit level through in-orbit operations

Supporting HDL-level design and verification

Performing detailed system design and verification activities

Leading teams

Leading IR&D activities

Required Skills:

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.

Experience in Digital signal processing (DSP) / Digital Communications algorithms and techniques (equalization, turbo/viterbi coding/decoding, channel estimation, filter design, resampling theory, etc.)?

3+ years of experience with Matlab or Simulink.

5+ years of experience in core digital communications and signal processing theory

3+ years of experience in systems engineering (requirements definition, allocation, verification, architecture design and trade design).

1+ years of experience working with FPGAs or ASICs.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with lab equipment (oscilloscope, waveform generator, spectrum analyzer).

Experience leading teams of engineers.

14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.

Education / Experience:

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers