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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # 2026 Communications System and DSP Engineer - **Company:** The Aerospace Corporation - **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $110,000.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Algorithm Design, Network Analysis, Signals Intelligence, Computer Engineering, Data Transmissions, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Signal Processing, Software Requirements Analysis, Information Technology - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://aero.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/El-Segundo-CA/XMLNAME-2026-Communications-System-and-DSP-Engineer_R016016 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or related applicable technical discipline, pursuing or conferred within last 12 months. * Minimum GPA of 3.0. * 0-1 year of industry work experience (recent graduates encouraged to apply!). * Coursework, academic project knowledge, and/or internship experience in communications systems, digital signal processing (DSP), or probability and random processes. * MATLAB, Python, and/or C/C++ programming experience. * Willing to travel occasionally domestically to support customer needs. * The ability to obtain a current and active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government (U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance) * This job typically requires 10% domestic travel. Increased travel (up to 20%) may be required to support certain customer needs., * M.S. or Ph.D. in either Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited university. * GPA of 3.5 or higher. * Graduate Teaching Assistant or Research Assistant experience * Knowledge of advanced communication systems and digital signal processing concepts (e.g., modulation, coding, synchronization, estimation, detection theory, waveform design, channel effects, and link performance). * Familiarity with laboratory test equipment (signal generators, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, network analyzers) and software defined radios. * Familiarity with machine learning theory, practices, and tools. * Active security clearance. ## Description Selected candidate will report to the Communication Systems Engineering Department (CSED) that specializes in the research, development, testing, and evaluation of RF and satellite communication systems for national security space programs. Through close collaboration with the United States Government, defense contractors, and other FFRDCs, we deliver impartial, technically rigorous physical-layer expertise that directly shapes solutions to the critical challenges our nation faces in maintaining space superiority. As an entry-level or early career member, you will learn from world-class experts within the department who have collectively earned over 60 patents in digital communications and signal processing. Together, you'll work on the most challenging problems in space across all stages of the space lifecycle, from requirements definition through integration and flight operations. You'll gain a balance of expert mentorship, meaningful mission work, and the flexibility to shape your career around what excites you the most! Work Model: The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at our facility at El Segundo, CA What You'll Be Doing * Solve technical problems, under supervision and guidance, on projects involving: + Physical layer modeling & simulation + Communication waveform design and performance analysis + Digital signal processing (DSP) algorithm development + Evaluation of programs of record and future programs in various technical areas including satellite communications, signal intelligence (SIGINT), and electronic warfare (EW) + Hardware prototyping and testing in the laboratory and in the field * Translate vague concepts into practical, well-defined, and methodical technical plans * Communicate technical results clearly in written reports and presentations ## Related Videos - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) - [How Regex Works: The Secret Sauce Behind Pattern Matching](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1212-how-regex-works-the-secret-sauce-behind-pattern-matching) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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