Senior RF Spectrum Policy Analyst/Engineer

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 deliver innovative solutions spanning satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil, and commercial customers. At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD), we pioneer remote sensing systems that guide our country’s space enterprise, excelling in electronics, sensors, radar, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced data networks.

About the role

The Communication Architectures Department (CAD) performs trade studies, analyses, and simulations to optimize communications performance for terrestrial, satellite, launch vehicle, and ground-based systems. CAD also provides radio frequency (RF) spectrum engineering for future military, civil, and commercial systems and guides the development of spectrum regulations and policies. We are seeking a Senior RF Spectrum Policy Analyst/Engineer to support spectrum policy for government customers, including evaluating policy impacts and advocating for positions that maintain customer access to spectrum. This role requires full-time on-site work at Chantilly, VA, El Segundo, CA, or Colorado Springs, CO.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate national and international spectrum policy activities (ITU, White House, Congress, FCC, NTIA) to determine impacts to the customer
• Support development and implementation of spectrum plans, strategies, and policies for customer organizations
• Advocate for policy positions to protect the customer’s use of spectrum
• Provide technical analysis to support spectrum reallocation studies
• Coordinate with program offices, federal spectrum agencies, and other stakeholders
• Mentor junior employees in spectrum management and engineering

Requirements

Engineering Specialist

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering or related STEM discipline
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant technical experience
• Knowledge of ITU, NTIA, or FCC spectrum management processes
• Prior experience with spectrum policy and coordination
• Knowledge of RF communications systems and architectures
• Project development experience and ability to lead small teams of engineers
• Ability to present results effectively in briefings and technical reports
• Some travel (less than 10%)
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

Senior Engineering Specialist

• Minimum of 12 years of relevant technical experience
• Proven project development and technical leadership experience

Skills

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Master’s or PhD in engineering or related discipline
• Knowledge of government programs and commercial satellite systems
• Experience leading matrixed teams
• Understanding of complex political, economic, commercial, technical, and national security factors in spectrum policy
• Experience with programming languages (Python, Matlab) and/or modeling/simulation tools (STK, Visualyse)
• Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance

Pay

The grade-based pay range for this job is $129,000.00 - $249,600.00 annually. Individual salaries are determined by education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan with immediate eligibility and vesting; total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs
• Education assistance programs

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy encourages every employee to demonstrate leadership through:

• Operating Strategically
• Leading Change
• Engaging with Impact
• Fostering Innovation
• Delivering Results