RF Engineer (Starlink)
Core
Design, fabricate, and characterize RF systems including phased arrays, Wi-Fi, and antenna systems for Starlink consumer receivers and gateway ground stations.
Role type
RF Engineer (Hardware)
Builds
Consumer wireless products, phased array antennas, and gateway ground station systems for the Starlink satellite constellation.
Domain
Satellite communications, broadband internet, RF engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
RF system design, antenna design, electromagnetic simulation, radio test equipment operation, Python programming, C++/C#/MATLAB programming
Preferred skills
Antenna theory, link budget analysis, RF component characterization, microwave frequency testing, wireless communications system design
Technologies
Python, C++, C#, MATLAB, spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers, vector signal generators, network analyzers
Responsibilities
Design, fabricate, and characterize prototypes of antennas, feed systems, and RF front ends; Create electromagnetic simulation models of hardware; Collaborate with EE, ME, DSP, and software engineers to validate RF systems; Develop design validation and production test solutions; Write automation software for test equipment and documentation systems
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC