Sr. RF/Microwave Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)
Core
Design, implement, and verify electrical hardware for RF/microwave devices powering Starlink satellites and ground antennas.
Role type
Senior IC RF/Microwave Engineer
Builds
High-performance wireless digital communication systems (satellite payloads and ground antennas)
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Communications
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
RF/microwave circuit design, 3D EM simulation (CST, HFSS, FEKO, etc.), linear/non-linear circuit design, RF passive components, microwave frequency characterization, digital communication theory, PCB design, system modeling (Python/C++/Matlab)
Preferred skills
Master's in EE/CE, Ku/Ka/V/E-band design experience, radio test equipment proficiency, digital modulation techniques (QPSK, QAM), test automation (LabVIEW)
Technologies
ADS, HFSS, AWR, Altium Designer, CST, HFSS, FEKO, SEMCAD, EMPro, TICRA, XFDTD, Python, C++, Matlab, LabVIEW
Responsibilities
Simulate and model communication systems, derive top-level specifications for RF links and subsystems, characterize and analyze system performance, work with system architects to partition hardware/software functions, provide technical support to regulatory and market access teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC