Associate SATCOM Systems Engineer
Core
Develop L-band user-terminal and supporting network-topology prototypes through research, design, and rapid prototyping for next-generation satellite communications.
Role type
Associate SATCOM Systems Engineer (Prototyping & Validation)
Builds
L-band user-terminal prototypes and supporting network-topology proofs of concept
Domain
Satellite Communications (SATCOM), Mobile Satellite Systems, RF Engineering
Required skills
Satellite systems engineering, Mobile satellite system integration, GEO/LEO satellite communications, RF bench equipment configuration, IP networking fundamentals, Linux/Unix command-line tools, Technical reporting
Preferred skills
5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), New Radio (NR) standards, Hybrid satellite-terrestrial design, MATLAB, STK, Python data analysis, Advanced Excel link budgets
Technologies
Excel, Hardware, Linux, Matlab, Mobile Network, Python, Unix, Support
Responsibilities
Translate operational needs and market trends into technical concepts, Configure and document bench-level and over-the-air tests to validate user-terminal hardware, Use RF test equipment to assess signal quality and compare results with theoretical link budgets, Prepare technical specifications and statements of work for external vendors, Oversee vendor schedules and deliverables for outsourced prototyping, Package validated proofs of concept and architectural designs for transition to core engineering
Seniority
Associate, hands-on IC
