RF Payload Systems Engineer

2 weeks ago

Chantilly, Virginia, United States The Aerospace Corporation Full time
Job Title: RF Payload Systems Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is a leading provider of technical services to the nation's space programs. As a RF Payload Systems Engineer, you will play a critical role in the development and implementation of cutting-edge spacecraft RF payload capabilities.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled RF Payload Systems Engineer to provide technical expertise and support to our government customers. The successful candidate will have a strong background in RF payload systems, including experience with RF receivers, antennas, and associated components.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide technical advice and support to government customers on the acquisition and operation of spacecraft payload systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement RF payload systems solutions.
  • Conduct analysis and testing to resolve complex technical issues related to RF payload systems.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation and reports related to RF payload systems.
  • Participate in source selection activities and provide evaluation of proposed technical designs and risk assessments.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant STEM field.
  • 12 or more years of increasingly more responsible engineering experience.
  • Relevant RF payload experience, including expertise in at least one RF payload area: Electronically Steerable Antennas or RF Receivers.
  • Willing to travel domestically up to 25% of the time.
  • Current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree in a relevant STEM field.
  • Direct experience developing NRO spacecraft RF payload systems.
  • Experience with RF receiver and Electronically Steerable Antenna systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate well in the spoken, written, and electronic format.
  • Demonstrated initiative and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, contractors, company peers, and matrixed engineering staff.
Leadership Competencies:
  • Operate Strategically.
  • Lead Change.
  • Engage with Impact.
  • Foster Innovation.
  • Deliver Results.
Benefits:

The Aerospace Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
  • 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
  • Relocation assistance.
  • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career.
  • Education assistance programs.
  • An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
Equal Opportunity Commitment:

The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

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