RF Systems Engineer
Core
Design, build, and operate RF systems for spacecraft including space stations and satellites, managing communication requirements and verification.
Role type
RF Systems Engineer
Builds
RF systems for Haven Station, Vast Satellite, and Vast Lunar Systems
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems
Required skills
RF system design, link budget calculation, satellite coverage analysis, system concepts-of-operation definition, RF component ownership, vendor management, test plan definition, mission operations support
Preferred skills
MS/PhD in ECE/EE/Physics, startup experience, aerospace experience, design for space, EMI/EMC testing, environmental testing, Python, Matlab, STK, orbital mechanics, DSP for RF communications
Technologies
Ansys STK, Python, Matlab, CCSDS, DVB-S2
Responsibilities
Own and manage spacecraft RF system requirements and verification plan; Specify link parameters including modulation, error correction coding, symbol rate, and channel filter; Calculate link budgets considering data throughput and link conditions; Estimate expected data throughput and bit error rate; Maintain link budgets with consideration to antenna patterns and cable losses; Support regulatory license applications; Use standard tools such as Ansys STK to estimate coverage; Document and review work output through trade studies; Plan design, manufacturing, testing, and delivery; Manage relationships with cross-functional teams; Define test plans and procedures; Support mission operations as a subject matter expert
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
