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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. We remain committed to maintaining a safe environment for hiring as we look forward to the future of work. Click here for information on Aerospace's COVID-19 directives and safety procedures implemented to keep our workplace safe.The Optical Communications Office applies lasercom technologies and concepts to unique challenges in the space domain.Main-mission communication satellites, wideband links, command and telemetry, and terrestrial networks, along with their enabling technologies, are the domain of the Communication Technologies and Engineering Division. The division comprises all aspects, from architectures to implementation; our engineers work directly with corporate customers to ensure robust and resilient communications. We support the United States Space Force, other Department of Defense elements and civil customers seeking to deploy and maintain laser communications in the space and terrestrial domains. Join our team and help to make a positive impact on our nation's space programs.Take a tour of some our labs and capabilities in lasercom: https://gallery.aerospace.org/wp-content/uploads/tours/OpticalComm/ This position can be filled as an Aerospace Sr. Member of Technical Staff or Engineering Specialist based on experienceWhat You'll Be Doing- Conducting specialized satellite laser communications (lasercom) studies and reporting findings.
- Coordinating specific technical assignments for lasercom applications or organizations.
- Provides technical advice to management, customers, and associate contractors.
- Development of advanced analytical techniques, concepts, and/or design criteria for subsystems.
- Providing ongoing technical consultation and advice to management, customers, and contractors in satellite optical communications.
- Taking initiative to inform management of perceived technical problems and recommending courses of action.
- Supporting multiple programs and/or activities and may lead intra-departmental teams and activities.
- Participating in lasercom system validation and verification activities which may include modeling & simulation and testing.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optical Sciences, or another related technical field from an accredited university
- 5 or more years of experience in roles of increasing responsibility in engineering/scientific areas related to optical communications, satellites, and/or space systems engineering
- Experience planning and conducting technical work that requires judgement and independent evaluation
- Experience with laser transmitters and technologies
- Experience with optical detectors and technologies
- Demonstrated ability to support lasercom trade studies
- Familiarity with communications link and pointing error budgets
- Proven ability to manage or support photonic or optical testing activities that characterize system, subsystem, unit and component performance
- This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
- 8 or more years of experience in roles of increasing responsibility in engineering/scientific areas related to optical communications, satellites, and/or space systems engineering
- Exhibits a high level of innovation, creativeness, and initiative
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers
- Demonstrated ability to implement or oversee software development to aid in lasercom system architecture definition, requirements validation and verification, or performance modeling
- Experience presenting results, concepts and technical content internal customers, external customers and stakeholders possessing diverse technical backgrounds
- Familiarity with developing and maintaining communications link and pointing error budgets
- Willing to travel domestically approximately 10 % of the time
- It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
- Master's or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optical Sciences, or another related technical field from an accredited university
- Experience in systems engineering applied to satellite communications or optical systems
- Experience in satellite communication systems
- Experience developing laser or electro-optical pointing, acquisition and tracking requirements
- Experience developing laser system end-to-end requirements and designs inclusive of transmitter, optical elements and receiver
- Experience with optical communication system requirements definition, validation and verification related to modulation and coding
- Demonstrated ability to lead trade studies related to optical communications receiver designs
- Experience with optical communications and space hardware testing including development of testbeds, ground support test equipment, test programs and management of test program execution for lasercom, component, units, subsystems or systems
- Experience developing or managing development of specialized software tools in programming languages such as Matlab, Python, C or other used in lasercom related activities
- Current Secret or Top Secret clearance with SSBI or periodic reinvestigation completed within the last 5 years that resulted in clearance granted or maintained
- Current TS/SCI access with counterintelligence polygraph
- 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
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