Lead Satellite Communications Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead complex analyses to assess radio frequency (RF) compatibility amongst systems.
• Author and present technical assessments, recommendations, and executive‑level briefings regarding interference risks, mitigation strategies, and spectrum coordination outcomes.
• Lead development and integration of interference modeling and data analysis capabilities.
• Serve as a technical representative in domestic and international spectrum management organizations, leading coordination efforts and presenting technical studies on behalf of the customer.
• Provide technical oversight for spectrum requirements, orbital characteristics databases, and analytical methodologies used in spectrum planning activities.
• Lead development of spectrum architecture and strategic planning to facilitate spectrum sharing amongst a diverse array of users.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 10–15+ years of relevant industry experience or project work.
• U.S. citizenship (required for work authorization).

Preferred Skills

• Strong understanding of satellite communications systems, orbital dynamics, and space network architectures.
• Demonstrated experience performing RF compatibility, spectrum‑sharing, and interference assessments involving space‑based and terrestrial communication systems.
• Working knowledge of domestic and international RF spectrum regulations and recommendations related to communications, navigation, and active/passive remote sensing.
• Experience developing, validating, and applying analytical models and simulations for communications system performance, interference analysis, and spectrum planning.
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication, with the ability to articulate and present technical topics clearly to peers and executive‑level audiences.

Work Schedule

Full‑time, on‑site position located in Cleveland, OH.

Why Teltrium?

At Teltrium, you’ll work alongside highly skilled engineers and scientists supporting some of the nation’s most important space communications initiatives. The company provides systems engineering and project execution support for satellite communications and spectrum management programs for NASA and other customers.

Teltrium believes in the power of space exploration to benefit humanity, the essential role of space systems and networks, and the potential of human ingenuity. The organization employs subject‑matter experts to develop strategic plans, execute technical analyses, and create hardware and software products. Engineers are given the freedom to stretch boundaries, improve RF communications, and develop space system solutions. Teltrium also develops education and outreach materials to inspire the next generation of space scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs.