CareerPlan

Senior RF/Communication Systems Engineer

San FranciscoFull-time$170k–$280k2026-10-28 → 2026-11-10
Citizens or permanent residents only

Core

Architecture, design, and modeling of satellite communication payloads, including RF system design, signal processing algorithms, and trade studies.

Role type

Senior IC RF/Communication Systems Engineer

Builds

Satellite communication payloads and radio systems

Domain

Aerospace / Satellite Communications

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

RF system design, signals and systems, digital communications, hardware component analysis, signal processing algorithm design, Python, C/C++, FPGA, multi-antenna systems, satellite waveforms and modems

Preferred skills

Satellite radio systems (ground/space segment), radio characterization test planning, fixed point implementation, multi-rate signal processing, DSSS modem design

Technologies

Python, C/C++, GNU Radio, FPGA, signal generators, signal analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes

Responsibilities

Own architectural trade studies and establish system/unit level requirements; Lead R&D for new radio features/technologies; Design and test communications signal processing algorithms; Collaborate with antenna, SDR, RF, DSP, and mechanical teams; Debug issues discovered in testing; Assist in recruiting teammates

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC