Senior Electrical Engineer, Radio Frequency (RF)
Core
Lead the design of integrated RF subsystems and drive technical decision-making for autonomous spacecraft and space-based interceptors.
Role type
Senior IC electrical engineer (RF systems)
Builds
Autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / Space Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
RF subsystem design and integration, link optimization, modulation/coding selection, antenna coverage analysis, RF test campaign leadership, RF simulation (MATLAB, HFSS, FEKO, CST), trade-off analysis across mechanical/software/power/thermal domains
Preferred skills
Software-defined radios (SDRs) in space applications, EMI/EMC experience at component/system level, space communication protocols (CCSDS), regulatory filing experience, encryption algorithms (NSA Type 1), startup environment experience
Technologies
MATLAB, HFSS, FEKO, CST, SDRs, antennas, amplifiers, filters, mixers, oscillators
Responsibilities
Lead design of integrated RF subsystems across multiple frequency bands; lead trade studies between modulation schemes, coding rates, bandwidth, and power efficiency; define and execute full RF test campaigns including EMI/EMC validation; champion design robustness and manage technical dependencies; drive requirements capture, analysis, and documentation; oversee integration of RF components into spacecraft systems; mentor peers and junior engineers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities