Systems Engineer 4

Description: 

ENG- Perform modeling, simulation, and analysis for next-generation space systems, including waveform, link, capacity, and system-of-systems analyses. Support the design and analysis of end-to-end communications systems and evaluate advanced space architectures through technical trade studies, optimization, subsystem integration, and analytical modeling.

Requirements: 

#Job Details

*Manufacturing
*First Shift, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; 9x80 Work Schedule
*Must be a U.S. Citizen

#Education & Job Requirements

*Bachelor's degree with 9 or more years of experience, Master's degree with 7 or more years of experience, or PhD with 4 or more years of experience; in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline
*2–5 years of relevant engineering experience in satellite communications, constellation design, systems engineering, or modeling, simulation, and analysis
*Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for scientific computing and data analysis
*Strong foundation in digital communications and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) fundamentals
*Hands-on experience using modeling and simulation tools for RF and digital communications analysis
*Familiarity with space system design concepts, link budgets, coverage analysis, beam pattern synthesis, and orbital visibility assessments
*Demonstrated experience conducting system-of-systems trade studies and technical evaluations
*Proven ability to synthesize and present complex technical results clearly
*Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, or maintenance manuals
*Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

#Preferred Skills

*Proficiency in both Python and MATLAB, including modern software development practices
*Direct experience modeling U.S. Government satellite communications (SATCOM) or sensing systems
*Experience with constellation-level resource scheduling, mission planning algorithms, or optimization frameworks
*Experience developing, extending, or refactoring custom modeling, simulation, and analysis engines and pipelines
*Proficiency with Git/GitLab version control and collaborative CI/CD workflows
*Experience producing advanced technical visualization and animation assets for space missions

#Job Duties & Functions

*Model, design, and analyze end-to-end communications systems, including waveforms, terminal networks, and ground/space hubs using purpose-built simulation tools
*Apply Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and digital communications principles, including modulations, Forward Error Correction (FEC), and standard waveform families for MILSATCOM and commercial systems such as PTW, DVB-S2/S2X, and W-CDMA
*Perform detailed link budget and closure analyses accounting for nonlinear distortion, adjacent-channel/self-interference, intentional jamming, and advanced threat environments
*Conduct constellation-level trade studies and performance analyses across multi-vehicle space architectures
*Evaluate multi-variable trade-offs involving cost, priority, coverage, and throughput for constellation mission operations
*Optimize dynamic allocation and scheduling of constellation resources, including time, RF bandwidth, transmit power, and onboard data storage
*Translate multi-subsystem constraints into actionable engineering trades and optimization models
*Partner with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-fidelity system representations and support architecture decisions
*Review, validate, and document simulation models and analytical codebases
*Maintain version control and collaborative development workflows using configuration management tools such as Git/GitLab
*Build interactive dashboards, dynamic data graphics, and mission concept videos
*Present simulation findings and technical trade-offs clearly to stakeholders to inform program decisions

#TeamGlobal Benefits

*Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more!
*TG Rewards Program
*Employee Referral Program