High-Speed Digital Design 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 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. The Aerospace Corporation's Experiment Lab,   xLab , develops prototypes, instruments, pathfinders, and demonstration systems to address our customers' hardest problems at the speed of need. We engage with our customers to conceptualize innovative solutions and deliver impactful products for ground and space and everything in between. We are looking for a High-Speed Digital Design Engin eer (Senior Member of Technical Staff/Engineering Specialist - General Integrated Circuit Design Engineering) with a passion for design, a commitment to teamwork and a desire to help   xLab   make a difference to today's challenges. We need a skilled high-speed   digital   interface engineer to design, develop, and   validate   cutting-edge   communication systems for space and ground applications.   This is a full-time position based in   El Segundo, CA., requiring at least 4 days onsite. What   You’ll   Be Doing    Design and develop high-speed digital interfaces for   xLab   prototype systems supporting Department of Defense and civil space customers   Perform board-level design, schematic capture, and layout coordination for Ethernet, SGMII, 1000BASE-X, and similar high-speed serial interfaces   Conduct signal integrity analysis, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure robust performance in challenging operational environments   Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including RF engineers, software developers, and system architects to integrate communication subsystems   Support hardware bring-up, validation testing, and system integration activities for flight and ground demonstration systems   Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers on high-speed design best practices   Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed   This position emphasizes the Innovation, Velocity, and Accountability Leadership Competency Model (LCM) attributes through rapid prototyping, technical excellence, and delivery of mission-critical systems   This position is available as a Sr. Member of Technical Staff or Engineering Specialist .    What You Need to be Successful   Minimum   Requirements for Sr. Member of Technical Staff: Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree from an accredited program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related STEM discipline   4 or more years of professional experience in high-speed digital interface design   Hands-on   design and implementation   experience with Ethernet protocols (10/100/1000 Mbps), SGMII, 1000BASE-X, or similar   high-speed serial interfaces   Working knowledge of Ethernet PHY layer specifications and IEEE 802.3 standards   Demonstrated experience with PCB design and layout requirements for high-speed signals including impedance control, differential pairs, and layer   stackup   considerations   Proficiency   with signal integrity testing equipment and techniques (oscilloscopes, TDR, VNA, eye diagrams, jitter analysis , BERT, spectrum analyzers )   Strong troubleshooting and lab debugging skills for high-speed digital systems   Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence OrCAD, Mentor Graphics)   Ability to obtain and   maintain   a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S. citizenship is   required   to obtain a security clearance .   In addition to the requirements above, the minimum requirements for an Engineering Specialist are: 6 or more years of professional experience in high-speed digital interface design and implementation   Proven   track record   of leading complex hardware development projects from concept through production   or prototype delivery   How You Can Stand Out   It would be impressive if you   have   one or more of these:   Experience with advanced protocols such as 10GBASE-KR, PCIe, USB 3.x, or other multi-gigabit serial standards   Proficiency   with signal integrity simulation tools (e.g.,   HyperLynx , HFSS, CST, ADS)   Experience with FPGA-based interface implementations and embedded system integration   Knowledge of space-grade   component   selection , radiation effects, and design for harsh environments   Experience designing high-speed circuits for optical communications, including modulator drivers, TIAs, or SerDes   front-ends   We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $110,400.00 - $193,500.00 Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change    Engage with Impact    Foster Innovation    Deliver Results   Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include: Com