Shape the Future of Space Communications: Join Us as a Systems Engineer

Are you ready to engineer breakthrough satellite communication technologies that connect the world and support critical aerospace missions? PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation and aerospace industry to hire a talented Systems Engineer who will help design, develop, and validate next-generation space-based communication systems.

If you're passionate about digital signal processing, advanced communications, and solving complex engineering challenges, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on cutting-edge aerospace programs.

Position Details

Job Title: Systems Engineer

Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Contract)

Location: El Segundo, CA

Schedule: Monday-Friday | First Shift | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Pay Rate: Starting at $69.46 per hour

Make an Impact

As a Systems Engineer, you'll support the development of advanced RF, digital, and optical satellite communication systems for commercial, civil, and national security applications. Working alongside experienced engineers, technologists, customers, and program teams, you'll contribute throughout the system lifecycle, from concept development and trade studies to integration, testing, and deployment.

Your work will help advance the future of satellite communications while supporting innovative technologies that drive global connectivity and mission success.

What You'll Do

Design & Development

• Design and develop next-generation RF, digital, and optical satellite communication systems.
  
• Develop and verify multi-rate, fixed-point digital signal processing (DSP) architectures.
  
• Define, allocate, and verify requirements and interfaces for communication payload systems.
  
• Support the development and implementation of advanced communication technologies.
  

Analysis & Performance Engineering

• Develop communication system performance and link budgets.
  
• Perform signal processing analysis and modeling to evaluate system capabilities.
  
• Conduct performance assessments and contribute to engineering trade studies.
  
• Help optimize system performance, reliability, and efficiency.
  

Integration & Verification

• Develop prototype demonstrations using flight-like communication subsystem testbeds.
  
• Support unit-level integration activities and performance simulations.
  
• Assist with ASIC and FPGA system design and verification efforts.
  
• Participate in design reviews, testing activities, and technical evaluations.
  

Program Collaboration

• Work closely with customers, suppliers, program management, integration teams, and senior engineering professionals.
  
• Support hardware procurement activities and subsystem validation efforts.
  
• Contribute to successful program execution from concept through final unit sell-off.
  

Required Qualifications

• Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance. 
  
• This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.                                               
  
   
  
• Bachelor's degree in:
  
  
  
  • Engineering
    
  • Engineering Technology
    
  • Computer Science
    
  • Data Science
    
  • Mathematics
    
  • Physics
    
  • Chemistry
    
  • Or a related technical field
    
  
  
  
• 1+ years of experience in signal processing or image processing.
  
• 5+ years of experience in electronic systems engineering.
  
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree with a focus on Signal Processing, Algorithm Development, or a related discipline.
  
• Experience developing algorithms for implementation on ASICs and FPGAs.
  
• Academic or professional experience in Digital Signal Processing (DSP).
  
• Experience with:
  
  
  
  • Simulink
    
  • Python
    
  • C++
    
  • Related modeling and simulation tools
    
  
  
  
• Knowledge of verification planning and validation processes.
  
• Experience contributing to large-scale engineering projects.
  
• Aerospace, satellite, or communications systems experience.
  
• 9+ years of related industry experience.
  

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect innovative professionals with opportunities that shape the future of aviation, aerospace, and advanced technology.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive pay starting at $69.46 per hour
  
• Opportunity to work on state-of-the-art satellite communication programs
  
• Exposure to advanced RF, optical communications, DSP, FPGA, and ASIC technologies
  
• Collaboration with leading aerospace engineers and technical experts
  
• Hands-on involvement across the complete product lifecycle
  
• A culture that values innovation, technical excellence, and continuous learning
  
• Challenging and rewarding projects that support commercial, civil, and national security missions
  
• Professional growth opportunities in a highly advanced engineering environment
  

Take Your Engineering Career Beyond the Horizon

If you're ready to apply your systems engineering expertise to cutting-edge space communication technologies, this is your chance to contribute to projects that are redefining what's possible in aerospace.

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and help build the next generation of satellite communication systems that connect, protect, and inspire the world.

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