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Space Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS)Scottsdale, AZFull-timeUSD $95,384.00 - USD $105,817.00 per year

This engineer will contribute to space payload and communications systems, including the development and implementation of digital signal processing capabilities across hardware and software. The work may involve modeling requirements, analyzing signals, integrating prototypes, and performing hardware-in-the-loop or system-level testing. The position is part of GDMS engineering teams focused on advanced solutions for national security and space missions. Candidates with experience in MATLAB, Python, radar or RF processing, small satellites, MBSE, Agile development, or payload integration will be especially well suited. It is a collaborative onsite role for a systems-minded engineer who can learn quickly, work with increasing technical complexity, and qualify for a TS/SCI clearance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering or related STEM field2+ years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree with 6+ months of experienceU.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearanceUnderstanding of systems engineering, requirements management, and modelingExperience with digital signal processing, communications, or electrical engineering preferredAgile, MATLAB/Python, space payload, MBSE, or hardware integration experience preferred
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Scottsdale campus develops advanced communications, cyber, and mission-critical electronics for defense and space programs.

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