Principal Electrical Engineer, Radio Frequency (RF)
Core
Set functional RF architecture strategy and drive enterprise-wide technical decisions for spacecraft communication systems.
Role type
Principal RF Electrical Engineer (Strategy & Architecture)
Builds
Autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems / RF Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Multi-mission RF system architecture, S/X/Ka-Band frequency regimes, end-to-end link margin analysis, EMI/EMC strategy, regulatory engagement, executive influence, senior talent mentorship
Preferred skills
Classified space communication systems, NSA Type 1 encryption, satellite link optimization, ITU/FCC spectrum coordination, industry publications/patents
Technologies
S/X/Ka-Band RF systems, spacecraft communication subsystems
Responsibilities
Architect multi-mission RF systems across S/X/Ka-Band; define mission communication architectures; oversee mission-level RF verification and payload qualification; define corporate EMI/EMC strategy; set long-term communication system strategy; mentor senior engineering talent; represent company capabilities externally
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship