Sr RF Systems Engineer
Core
Senior Systems Engineer providing technical advisory and systems engineering services for space and ground communication networks supporting satellite systems.
Role type
Senior IC systems engineer (RF/laser communications)
Builds
Space-to-space, space-to-ground, and ground-to-ground communication networks
Domain
National security, defense, satellite communications
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Systems engineering, RF communication expertise, laser communication expertise, interface development, test plan development, risk assessment, architecture design review, requirements compliance, cryptography implementation, ITU frequency allocation rules, mesh architecture, Internet Protocols
Preferred skills
Space-to-space communication, space-to-ground communication, ground-to-ground communication, defense and intelligence acquisition, budget planning, contracting
Technologies
Ka, Ku, S band RF systems, laser communication systems
Responsibilities
Evaluate enterprise-level architecture designs and program integration solutions; Attend design reviews and assess design maturity; Perform independent reviews of contractor communication designs; Prepare and review test plans and verification/validation plans; Monitor test data and contractor level risks; Identify and assess emerging technical and programmatic risks; Provide SETA support in design, development, and testing of RF and laser communication systems
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic advisory