Sr. Communications Payload Avionics Engineer

SPINLAUNCH Inc • Long Beach, CA

72d

About The Position

SpinLaunch is pioneering a new era of scalable space infrastructure. Following years of innovation in alternative launch systems, we’re now applying that same disruptive mindset to orbit—developing Meridian Space, a ground-breaking broadband satellite constellation built for rapid deployment and low-cost global coverage. With backing from industry leaders, SpinLaunch is positioned to deliver a fully integrated ecosystem of launch, satellite, and connectivity services. Join us in our mission and be an integral part of a close-knit, collaborative team that strives in a fast-paced, innovative environment. This is an on-site position located at our Long Beach, CA headquarters.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 4 years of broad experience doing RF/Analog circuit design and board layout using the relevant tools
• General electrical hardware design experience (Power, DC, digital design)
• Experience modeling, designing, and testing radio subsystems, preferably for satellite payloads and at a system level
• Proficiency in hardware design tools (Altium Designer, Cadence, or equivalent)
• Experience using HFSS, CST, or similar RF simulation tools
• Ability to perform bench-level analog/power bring-up and troubleshooting using analog and digital test equipment like spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and vector signal generators
• Strong understanding of modulation schemes, RF architectures, and signal integrity principles
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with RF component characterization
• Experience with LEO/MEO/GEO satellite communication payloads
• Understanding of radiation effects and mitigation techniques in space environments
• Experience designing, manufacturing, and testing space flight hardware
• Antenna or satellite system design experience
• Expertise in automating test equipment
• Experience using analytical methods for signal integrity analysis

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing communication payload avionics systems, including RF front-ends, transceivers, modems, and antenna interfaces
• Developing and reviewing hardware schematics, PCB layouts, and embedded control architectures for communication electronics
• Leading integration, testing, and qualification of payload avionics at subsystem and system levels (EMC, vibration, thermal, etc.)
• Participating in failure analysis, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement of communication hardware designs
• Performing link budget analysis, system modeling, and simulation for space-to-ground and inter-satellite communication links

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees