CareerPlan

RF Avionics Systems Engineer

Los AngelesFull-time$100k2026-10-07 → 2026-11-10

Core

Design, integrate, and operate radiofrequency (RF) electronics and GNSS systems for high-power satellites across LEO to deep space orbits.

Role type

RF Avionics Systems Engineer

Builds

High-power satellite platforms for commercial and US government missions

Domain

Aerospace / Satellite Communications

Required skills

RF system design, link budget calculation, antenna placement planning, environmental testing (vibration, shock, thermal vacuum), FCC licensing coordination, hardware integration, test equipment operation (VNA, spectrum analyzer)

Preferred skills

Space flight hardware experience, RF modeling (HFSS, FEKO, ADS), software-defined radio development, digital communications theory (spread spectrum, FEC, modulation)

Technologies

Python, MATLAB, Ansys HFSS, Altair FEKO, Keysight ADS, Cadence AWR

Responsibilities

Oversee technical aspects of RF systems including telemetry, command, and GNSS radios; serve as responsible engineer for flight hardware from design to orbit operations; own acceptance and qualification screening through environmental testing; work with internal and external stakeholders to integrate designs; lead vehicle integration and testing efforts

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC