Senior RF Design Engineer
Core
Design, simulate, implement, and measure active and passive RF sub-systems at microwave frequencies for satellite payloads.
Role type
Senior IC RF Design Engineer
Builds
Active RF electronics (frequency converters, SSPAs, LNAs, PLLs) and RF front-end sub-systems for satellites
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Communications / Microwave RF
Required skills
RF circuit analysis, amplifier design, noise analysis, linearity analysis, radio architectures, RF simulation (ADS, Cadence, HFSS), PCB design and layout, hardware bring-up and qualification testing, system integration, third-party hardware procurement
Preferred skills
System in package (SiP), multi-chip modules (MCM), packaged RF hybrids, communications satellite payload development, SSPA-based phased arrays, high-reliability electronics for harsh environments, antennas and electromagnetics propagation, Software Defined Radios, Python scripting for test automation
Technologies
ADS, Cadence, HFSS, Altium
Responsibilities
Design and qualify active RF electronics for satellite payloads; Integrate RF systems into spacecraft; Specify and procure third-party vendor hardware; Assist in recruiting and hiring teammates
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
