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Space Security EW/RF Operational Engineer - The Aerospace Corporation
Software Engineer
Design, operate, and analyze RF and electronic warfare systems for space security missions, leveraging signal processing expertise and Python/MATLAB scripting to support satellite and ground‑based defense capabilities.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain RF test and measurement equipment supporting space‑based electronic warfare missions.
- Develop and execute signal‑processing algorithms to detect, classify, and mitigate adversary emissions.
- Design test plans, conduct experiments, and analyze data to validate system performance against mission requirements.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate RF/EW solutions into satellite, launch, and ground‑segment architectures.
- Automate data collection and analysis workflows using Python and MATLAB scripts.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 3+ years of hands‑on experience with RF hardware, spectrum analyzers, and electronic warfare systems.
- Proficiency in signal‑processing techniques and tools such as MATLAB and Python.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and produce actionable reports.
- Experience working in secure, defense‑related environments and familiarity with relevant standards.