RF Engineering Intern – Summer 2027
Core
Analysis, test, and measurement of radiofrequency and microwave electronics for high-power satellite platforms.
Role type
RF Engineering Intern
Builds
High-power satellite platforms for LEO to deep space missions
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Communications
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
RF and microwave hardware testing, antenna measurement, environmental testing (vibration, shock, thermal, TVAC), UHF to Ka band analysis, phased array antenna knowledge, low noise/power amplifier testing, filter and converter validation
Preferred skills
Vector network analyzer usage, spectrum analyzer usage, Ansys HFSS modeling, Cadence AWR Microwave Office, RF theoretical concepts (impedance matching, S-parameters), EMI/EMC testing standards
Technologies
Anechoic chambers, near field scanners, vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, Ansys Electronics Desktop HFSS, Cadence AWR Microwave Office
Responsibilities
Operate antenna measurement assets such as anechoic chambers and near field scanners; Qualify radiofrequency and antenna hardware through environmental testing; Assist with design, analysis, and validation testing for RF and microwave hardware; Perform development and production tests; Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate design and test into spacecraft systems
Seniority
Intern