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Senior RF Analyst

The Aerospace Corporation · Chantilly, VA · 1 mo ago
Business Development$166k–$250k/yrFull-time
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for section headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content. Must not repeat job title as heading. Must not put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings. Remove boilerplate, navigation, legal, EEO, etc. Must preserve all substantive info. We need to parse the posting. Key sections: - Intro about company: "The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner..." This is about the role? Could be "About the role" or maybe "About the company". The instruction says use headings like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. So we can put company description under "About the role". Probably okay. - Then "Join an Elite Team Shaping the Future of National Security from Space" etc. That's also about role. - "Why This Opportunity Stands Out" maybe part of About the role. - "The Technical Playground" list of tasks: Advanced antenna systems design... This could be Responsibilities. - "Your Impact" maybe also responsibilities. - "The Environment" maybe responsibilities. - "What You’ll Be Doing" list of bullet points: Drive Critical Mission Success... etc. That's responsibilities. - Minimum Requirements: list of requirements. - "How You Can Stand Out": maybe Skills or Qualifications? Could be "Skills" or "Qualifications". The instruction: Use headings for Skills, Qualifications, etc. We have Minimum Requirements (which are qualifications). And "How You Can Stand Out" could be "Skills" or "Preferred Qualifications". We'll treat as "Skills". - Pay: they gave pay range: $166,400 - $249,600 Annual. So we need a Pay section. - Benefits: they list benefits: Comprehensive health care..., Paid holidays..., Standard and alternate work schedules..., 401(k) Plan..., Flexible spending accounts..., Variable pay program..., Relocation assistance..., Professional growth..., Education assistance..., Inclusive work environment... So we need Benefits section. - Schedule: they mention "The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at our facility Chantilly, VA". That's schedule info: full-time on-site. So we can include Schedule section. - Also they mention "Willingness to Engage – Availability for occasional domestic travel". That could be part of Schedule or Requirements? Probably schedule/travel. We must not include boilerplate like Equal Opportunity Commitment, etc. Remove that. We must not include application instructions. We must not include duplicated lines. We must preserve all substantive info. We need to format lists with
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    About the role

    The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD), we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our country’s space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics, sensors, radar, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration. With innovative laboratories and prototyping, MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense, intelligence community, and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD! Join an Elite Team Shaping the Future of National Security from Space Are you ready to work on some of the most critical and technically challenging space missions in the nation? We're seeking an exceptional RF Payload Engineer with mission analysis expertise to join the Electronic Intercepts and Measurements Department in our Sensing and Processing Subdivision within MPD. Why This Opportunity Stands Out You'll be part of a powerhouse team of highly respected engineers and scientists who serve as trusted advisors to our nation's most vital space programs. This isn't just another engineering role—you'll provide strategic matrix support directly to marquee customers including the United States Space Force, National Reconnaissance Office, and leading Civil and Commercial space organizations.

    That seems long but okay. Then Responsibilities: combine "The Technical Playground", "Your Impact", "The Environment", "What You’ll Be Doing". Could be a single Responsibilities section with list items. Let's extract bullet points: From "The Technical Playground": - Advanced antenna systems design - End-to-end transmit and receive chain optimization - Sophisticated mission modeling and analysis - Cutting-edge electronic warfare applications - Maritime surveillance systems - Signal processing innovation - Algorithm development for signal products and exploitation From "Your Impact": prose: "Leverage your engineering judgment, deep knowledge of current technology, and understanding of national systems to influence critical decisions on RF payload design and performance for programs of national importance. You'll work at the intersection of theory and real-world application, where your expertise directly contributes to national security and space superiority." From "The Environment": prose: "Collaborate with a diverse, multidisciplinary team where innovation thrives and technical excellence is the standard. This is your chance to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the field on challenges that truly matter." From "What You’ll Be Doing": list: - Drive Critical Mission Success – Apply your deep expertise in RF payload design, performance analysis, and mission modeling to solve complex challenges in signal propagation, SIGINT system performance, and requirements development for high-stakes national security programs. - Innovate at the Hardware-Software Interface – Design breakthrough solutions by developing efficient hardware implementations through advanced digital modeling and creating sophisticated signal processing algorithms that push the boundaries of what's possible. - Lead from Discovery to Delivery – Transform customer needs into actionable analysis plans, lead cross-functional analysis efforts, and guide stakeholders from concept through execution with confidence and technical authority. - Shape the Future of Space Systems – Serve as a trusted technical advisor during requirements development, leveraging your expertise to influence program direction and ensure mission success from day one. - Own the Full Lifecycle – Shepherd payload designs from initial program requirements through operational deployment and end-of-life, ensuring technical excellence at every phase. - Elevate the Next Generation – Mentor junior engineers and scientists, sharing your knowledge to build the department's collective capabilities and foster a culture of technical excellence. We can combine these into
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            for the bullet lists. Thus Responsibilities section:

            Leverage your engineering judgment, deep knowledge of current technology, and understanding of national systems to influence critical decisions on RF payload design and performance for programs of national importance. You'll work at the intersection of theory and real-world application, where your expertise directly contributes to national security and space superiority.

            Collaborate with a diverse, multidisciplinary team where innovation thrives and technical excellence is the standard. This is your chance to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the field on challenges that truly matter.

            • Advanced antenna systems design
            • End-to-end transmit and receive chain optimization
            • Sophisticated mission modeling and analysis
            • Cutting-edge electronic warfare applications
            • Maritime surveillance systems
            • Signal processing innovation
            • Algorithm development for signal products and exploitation
            • Drive Critical Mission Success – Apply your deep expertise in RF payload design, performance analysis, and mission modeling to solve complex challenges in signal propagation, SIGINT system performance, and requirements development for high-stakes national security programs.
            • Innovate at the Hardware-Software Interface – Design breakthrough solutions by developing efficient hardware implementations through advanced digital modeling and creating sophisticated signal processing algorithms that push the boundaries of what's possible.
            • Lead from Discovery to Delivery – Transform customer needs into actionable analysis plans, lead cross-functional analysis efforts, and guide stakeholders from concept through execution with confidence and technical authority.
            • Shape the Future of Space Systems – Serve as a trusted technical advisor during requirements development, leveraging your expertise to influence program direction and ensure mission success from day one.
            • Own the Full Lifecycle – Shepherd payload designs from initial program requirements through operational deployment and end-of-life, ensuring technical excellence at every phase.
            • Elevate the Next Generation – Mentor junior engineers and scientists, sharing your knowledge to build the department's collective capabilities and foster a culture of technical excellence.
            Now Requirements: Minimum Requirements list. We need to capture each bullet: - Seasoned Expertise – 12+ years of hands-on experience in RF engineering and mission analysis, including relevant postgraduate research and development work - Advanced Technical Foundation – Master's or Ph.D. from an accredited institution in mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, or a related technical discipline that fuels innovation - Coding Versatility – Proficiency in two or more of the essential tools of the trade: MATLAB, C/C++, and Python—with the ability to choose the right tool for each challenge - Real-World SIGINT Experience – Proven track record in RF payload design for SIGINT systems, conducting sophisticated trade studies, and performing mission analysis including geolocation techniques - Agility in Action – Demonstrated ability to pivot and adapt as mission priorities evolve, thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where flexibility is key - Collaborative Leadership – Strong interpersonal and communication skills to coordinate across diverse teams, build consensus, and partner effectively with internal groups and external stakeholders - Mission-Ready Access – Active Top Secret clearance with SCI access, enabling you to engage with the nation's most sensitive programs from day one - Willingness to Engage – Availability for occasional domestic travel to support customer engagements and program activities We can put these as
            • under Requirements heading. Now Skills / How You Can Stand Out: list: - Deep SIGINT Domain Mastery – Specialized technical knowledge of satellite-based SIGINT systems, architectures, and operational concepts that sets you apart as a subject matter expert - High-Performance Computing Prowess – Experience with advanced parallel programming frameworks (Spark, CUDA, MPI, or similar) that enable breakthrough performance in large-scale signal processing and analysis - Vision for Tomorrow's Missions – Familiarity with emerging SIGINT architectures and next-generation space vehicles, bringing forward-looking insights that help shape the future of national intelligence capabilities We can put under Skills heading. Now Benefits: list from "Ways We Reward Our Employees": - Comprehensive health care and wellness plans - Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation - Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options - 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire - Flexible spending accounts - Variable pay program for exceptional contributions - Relocation assistance - Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career - Education assistance programs - An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We'll put under Benefits heading. Pay: we have grade-based pay range: $166,400.00 - $249,600.00 Annual. Also mention "Pay Basis:

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