JOB TITLE: Systems Engineer 4
LOCATION: El Segundo, CA
PAY RATE: $95.50/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
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Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
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Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance required to start
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Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
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Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
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Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
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Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
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Shift: 1st
Qualifying Questions:
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Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?
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Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
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Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
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Designs and develops next-generation RF and digital satellite communication systems for space-based platforms.
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Develops and verifies multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms for digital payloads.
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Conducts performance analysis of signal processing models to validate system performance.
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Performs waveform development and characterization for satellite communication systems.
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Performs trade studies for system design and performance optimization.
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Supports integration and test of payloads and spacecraft from unit level through in-orbit operations.
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Supports HDL-level design and verification for FPGA or ASIC implementations.
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Performs detailed system design and verification activities for space-based communication systems.
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Applies DSP and digital communications algorithms including equalization, coding, decoding, channel estimation, filter design, and resampling theory.
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Uses Matlab and Simulink for algorithm development and performance analysis.
Requirements:
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Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
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Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
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5+ years of experience in core digital communications and signal processing theory.
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3+ years of experience with Matlab or Simulink for algorithm development.
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3+ years of experience in systems engineering including requirements definition, allocation, verification, architecture design, and trade design.
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1+ years of experience working with FPGAs or ASICs.
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Experience in digital signal processing and digital communications algorithms including equalization, coding, decoding, channel estimation, filter design, and resampling theory.
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Preferred: Experience with lab equipment including oscilloscope, waveform generator, and spectrum analyzer.
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Preferred: Experience leading teams of engineers.
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Preferred: 9+ years of related work experience or equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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