RF Communication Systems Engineer
About The Position
The Communication Systems Engineer (CSE) supports development, integration, and testing of the communications subsystem throughout the program lifecycle. Under the guidance of more senior engineers, the role contributes to defining test requirements, executing RF system tests, and evaluating payload performance against design specifications. It provides hands-on experience with spacecraft payload integration and exposure to multidisciplinary engineering teams. The engineer assists with routine analysis, documentation, and troubleshooting to help ensure the technical integrity and successful verification of the RF communication subsystem. The role requires foundational knowledge of RF engineering principles, strong analytical skills, and effective collaboration within a structured engineering environment. Assignments are clearly defined and regularly supervised. Problems are of moderate scope and may involve analysis of cost, quality, reliability, manufacturability, schedule impact, or process improvement. The engineer exercises judgment within established procedures and engineering practices, may participate in Engineering Review Boards, and may provide functional guidance to less experienced technical personnel. Travel up to 10% and off-shift or overtime work may be required. The position requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, a relevant bachelor's degree or four additional years of RF-related experience in substitution, and two years of RF-related work experience. The California base salary range is $94,000 to $156,000 annually; ranges may vary by location. Benefits include paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and a 401(k), subject to eligibility. The application window is three days from the posting date and remains open until a qualified candidate is identified.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related engineering discipline; four additional years of RF-related experience may be substituted for a degree.
- Two years of RF-related work experience.
- Understanding of mathematics and physics as applied to electrical systems and components.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Willingness to travel up to 10%.
- Willingness to support off-shift or overtime work as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in engineering or a related scientific discipline; experience is desirable but not required.
- Familiarity with RF computer-aided design tools such as AWR Microwave Office, ADS, or Ansys HFSS.
- Experience with C++, VBA, MATLAB, or Python.
Responsibilities
- Participate in developing and analyzing system test requirements and specifications for the RF payload subsystem.
- Assist in creating RF system test procedures and perform routine RF system test analysis.
- Prepare standard engineering documentation for review by senior engineers.
- Support system integration trade studies and analytical tasks under the direction of more experienced team members.
- Identify technical issues and recommend potential solutions.
- Contribute to RF system-level test activities.
- Provide hands-on support during spacecraft integration and test, including RF payload testing and troubleshooting.
- Evaluate RF payload test data against design requirements and recommend follow-on actions based on results.
Benefits
- Paid time off.
- Health and welfare insurance, subject to eligibility.
- 401(k), subject to eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
