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.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
Job Summary
The Electronics and Sensors Division (ESD) is a world-class engineering and scientific leader in electronics and remote sensing systems. The Radar and Signal Systems Department comprises a diverse set of highly respected engineers and scientists, who provide matrix support to a variety of government space programs of national importance. The department utilizes knowledge of national systems, current technology, and engineering judgment to advise government program office personnel and internal Aerospace customers on technical matters relating to SAR remote sensing. Technical challenges cover a broad range of disciplines including antennas, the entire transmit and receive chain, radar system modeling, ground moving target identification, electronic warfare, maritime surveillance, image processing, algorithm development for advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar image products and exploitation.
This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA, offering a hybrid work model that combines regular onsite work and remote flexibility as the business needs allow.
What You'll Be Doing Develop unique solutions and efficient implementations of signal processing algorithms for challenging mission applicationsPotential for broad range of problems and need to have the willingness to learn and tackle challenging problemsGenerate periodic written reports and presentations to customer and Aerospace managementExperience in establishing business goals and strategiesYou should have strong people skills which includes: motivating and directing employees to optimize workplace productivity and promote professional growthWhat You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:Advanced degree in a STEM field or equivalent is requiredA minimum of 7 years of applicable professional experience, post-bachelor's degree is requiredAbility to implement solutions to signal processing problems in languages such as IDL, MATLAB, C/C++, and PythonProvide signal processing and system architecting expertise in the areas of Synthetic Aperture radar (SAR) and Ground Moving Target Indication (GMTI) system modeling and simulationsProvide oversight, guidance and technical advice on customer projects involving digital signal processing and other real-time computationally intensive problemsVerify contractor designs, approaches, and overall system performanceCommunicate with a broad range of customers, technologists, program managers, and senior leadershipWillingness to occasionally travel and to work off-business hours to support customer needs, approximately