Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

Design the Future of Space Communications with a Global Aerospace Leader

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading company in the aviation and aerospace industry to find an experienced Systems Engineer who is ready to help shape the next generation of satellite communication systems.

If you're passionate about digital signal processing, advanced communications technologies, and space-based systems that support commercial, civil, and national security missions, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative programs that make a global impact.

Location: El Segundo, CA

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

Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Assignment)

Pay Rate: Starting at $85.22/hour

Take Your Expertise Beyond Earth

As a Systems Engineer , you'll join a highly collaborative Space and Launch Engineering team focused on designing and developing advanced satellite communication systems. Working alongside engineers, program leaders, customers, and suppliers, you'll help drive projects from concept development through testing and implementation.

This role offers the opportunity to solve complex technical challenges, influence cutting-edge space technologies, and contribute to programs that support critical communications around the world.

What You'll Do

As part of this dynamic engineering team, you will:

• Design and develop next-generation RF and digital satellite communication systems

• Develop and verify multi-rate, fixed-point digital signal processing architectures

• Define, allocate, and verify requirements and interfaces for digital communication payloads

• Develop performance models and communications link budgets

• Analyze and evaluate signal processing performance through simulations and modeling

• Perform subsystem trade studies to optimize performance, cost, and schedule

• Develop and demonstrate communication subsystem prototypes and testbeds

• Plan and execute unit-level integration activities and performance simulations

• Support ASIC and FPGA system-level design and verification efforts

• Participate in hardware procurement activities, technical reviews, and unit sell-off processes

• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, integration teams, and senior technical experts throughout the project lifecycle

Required Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you should possess:

Education

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in:

• Engineering

• Engineering Technology

• Computer Science

• Mathematics

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Data Science

Experience

• 6+ years of experience in signal processing or image processing

• 10+ years of experience in electronic systems engineering

• Strong understanding of communication systems and systems engineering principles

Security Requirement

This position requires a security clearance, and candidates are required to be U.S. Citizens. -

Preferred Qualifications

Ideal candidates may also have:

• Master's degree with a focus on Signal Processing, Communications, or Algorithm Development

• Experience developing algorithms for implementation on ASICs or FPGAs

• Digital Signal Processing (DSP) project, academic, or professional experience

• Experience using Simulink, Python, C++, or similar modeling and development tools

• Experience leading or contributing significantly to collaborative engineering projects

• Knowledge of verification planning and verification methodologies

• Ability to apply theoretical concepts to complex, real-world engineering challenges

• 14+ years of relevant industry experience preferred

Education & Experience Combinations

• Bachelor's degree with 14+ years of related experience, or

• Master's degree with 12+ years of related experience, or

• PhD with 9+ years of related experience

Why Join Us?

Work on Technologies That Matter

Help develop advanced space-based communication systems that support commercial innovation, global connectivity, and national security missions.

Collaborate with Industry Leaders

Join a team of highly skilled engineers and technologists working on some of the most sophisticated aerospace programs in the world.

Expand Your Technical Expertise

Gain hands-on experience across the entire systems engineering lifecycle, including architecture development, signal processing, payload design, testing, and verification.

Competitive Compensation

Earn a starting pay rate of $85.22 per hour while contributing to mission-critical engineering initiatives.

Thrive in a Culture of Innovation

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with industry-leading organizations where innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence drive success. You'll be empowered to apply your expertise, solve meaningful challenges, and advance your career.

Ready to Help Build the Next Generation of Space Communications?

If you're an experienced Systems Engineer with a passion for digital signal processing, satellite communications, and advanced aerospace technologies, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and launch your next career opportunity with PDS Tech Commercial in El Segundo, California. Your expertise could help power the future of space-based communications.

Pay Details: $85.22 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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