CesiumAstro
Staff Communication Systems Modeling & Simulation
$165K–$199K
El Segundo, CA · On-site · Staff · Full-time · Posted Sep 29, 2026
- Experience
- Bachelor's: 8–12 years; Master's: 6–8 years; PhD: 3–5 years of related experience.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related engineering field; alternatively, a Master's or PhD, with the corresponding experience stated.
- Visa sponsorship
- Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
About the job
Leads communications systems modeling, simulation, architecture, integration, and verification for satellite, UAV, launch vehicle, and other space and airborne products.
What you'll do
- Lead communications system architecture, modeling, link analysis, trade studies, simulation, and performance evaluation.
- Direct verification, validation, testing, integration, troubleshooting, and engineering improvements across development programs.
- Coordinate cross-functional technical work and prepare engineering documentation, reports, and recommendations.
What they ask for
- Advanced knowledge of communications systems, systems engineering, architecture, requirements development, and interface management.
- Proficiency in systems modeling, link analysis, simulation, trade studies, and engineering analysis.
- In-depth knowledge of digital communications, RF fundamentals, networking, signal processing, interoperability, and system integration.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and relevant modeling, analysis, requirements, and collaboration tools.
Pay
USD 165,000–199,000 per-year-salary; base salary
Tools
Microsoft Office Suite, MATLAB, Simulink, STK, Python, DOORS, Jira, Confluence
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