Millennium Space Systems is looking for team members who are passionate about developing revolutionary space systems. You will join a small, close-knit team working to support some of the most demanding and important space systems customers in the Country.
Breaking with Tradition
American aerospace is experiencing a renaissance – and among its leaders are the organizations and people who are breaking with tradition to reformulate and invigorate an industry. Millennium Space Systems is helping spearhead that change.
Millennium brings a unique and disciplined entrepreneurial culture to this space renaissance. We don't subscribe to the traditional thinking that cost and schedule are secondary attributes of space systems.
We bring a spirit of innovation and teamwork, coupled with a get-it-done approach to deliver solid, measurable results.
We are colleagues and fellow innovators; seasoned engineers, software developers, and technicians working together to deliver affordable solutions from inception through implementation; from fabrication through launch. We are enthusiastic partners looking for new team members who share our enthusiasm and dedication.
Company Overview Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company delivers affordable, high-performance space systems for exacting customers. At Millennium, you will be part of a close-knit team working on exciting technological problems. We work in an open environment where ideas are shared across all disciplines, and there are ample opportunities for advancement based on excellence. Superstars are welcome.
At Millennium, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Job Summary As a Lead Spacecraft Payload DSP Engineer, you will design and develop state-of-the art, space-based communication systems and RF payloads for our customers. This includes communications systems to link our satellites to each other and to ground stations as well as perform critical missions on-orbit. You will need to work in a team-based environment to work on the unique challenges of developing flexible RF subsystems for small spacecraft on demanding timelines.
This position's internal job code is Elect Design & Analysis Engr. Our team is currently hiring for level 2-3.
Responsibilities
Leading space vehicle mission trade studies related to on-board signal processing for RF and other payloads
Identify & define digital signal processing requirements
Developing and verifying multi-rate, fixed- and floating-point signal processing algorithms
Perform make/buy trades on signal processing technologies
Developing performance and/or link budgets
Collaborating with teammates across multiple disciplines to design, build, test and deliver spacecraft communication products for multiple programs.
Develop Millennium's own communications and payload technologies from concept to flight readiness
Create subsystem manufacturing, integration, and verification documents
Leading subsystem manufacturing, integration, and verification
Operate payload systems on orbit
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering
3-5 years of experience with digital communication system design, analysis, subsystem component selection, and system evaluation
Experience estimating resource requirements on either/both FPGA and general purpose processors for implementing a digital signal processing chain for use in a digital communication subsystem.
Familiarity with hardware description languages (HDLs) such as VHDL, Verilog and SystemVerilog.
Proficient with programming languages such as Python, C++ and/or MATLAB.
Strong bias for getting things done with collaboration but minimal regimentation in a new emerging aerospace environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience designing, implementing, and testing algorithms for software defined radios
Experience with legacy and emerging satellite communications modulation and coding.
Experience designing, implementing, and testing digital communication waveforms
Experience designing and analyzing packet communications protocols
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams including system engineers, thermal and mechanical designers, and analysts, as well as environmental testing engineers.
Experience with the CCSDS standards
Proficient with HDL simulators such as ModelSim/Questa and Xilinx Simulator (XSIM)
Experience with Xilinx design flow and toolchains such as Vivado and PetaLinux
Ability to understand and efficiently work and switch between a variety of projects simultaneously to support varying business needs.
Master's Degree or higher
Current SSBI
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only of what is reasonably expected to be paid for the position. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay-Range
Level 2: $85,850 - $126,250
Level 3: $104,550 - $153,750
Benefits and Perks Millennium Space Systems offers a very competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan.
Before applying, please note: Millennium is DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage veterans, disabled veterans and disabled individuals to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.
