RFIC Engineer, AI Satellites (Starmind)
Core
Designing next-generation RFICs for space and ground infrastructures to enable connectivity in underserved areas.
Role type
Senior IC RFIC engineer (space systems)
Builds
RF/microwave circuits, components, MMICs, boards, and packages for satellite constellations
Domain
Aerospace + RF/microwave engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
RF/microwave circuit design, MMIC design, PCB layout, RF system simulation, test equipment characterization, digital communication theory, Python/C++ modeling
Preferred skills
Linear/non-linear circuit design (PAs, LNAs, mixers, filters, PLLs), Ku/Ka/V/E-band design, ADS/HFSS/AWR tools, electromagnetic propagation knowledge, test automation (LabVIEW/Python)
Technologies
ADS, HFSS, AWR, Altium Designer, Matlab, Python, C++, LabVIEW
Responsibilities
Simulate/model RF front-end systems, derive RF HW specifications, develop RF/microwave circuits and components, evaluate and characterize prototypes, analyze full radio performance, assist in automated test equipment development, work on production testing of RF avionics
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC