Sr. RF Software Engineer (Starshield)
Core
Design and build RF capabilities for proliferated communications and remote sensing in low earth orbit to support US National Security efforts.
Role type
Senior IC RF Software Engineer
Builds
Modular, scalable RF test infrastructure and test automation sequences for design validation, qualification, and production
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Communications / National Security
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
C/C++ and Python development, RF system design, electromagnetic simulation, test bench automation, hardware/software interaction troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Active TS/SCI clearance, experience with active/passive RF devices (filters, amplifiers, mixers), environmental testing methodologies, configuration management
Technologies
Python, C++, Vector Network Analyzers (VNA), Vector Signal Generators (VSG), Vector Signal Analyzers (VSA), Spectrum Analyzers, Windows, Linux
Responsibilities
Drive program-level decisions on RF system designs, research novel solutions for large-scale satellite RF systems, design and validate RF systems with hardware/DSP/software teams, create electromagnetic simulation models
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC