Mid-Level Spacecraft RF Payload Engineer - Millennium Space Systems

Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation. Our team is curious, bold and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.

About the role

As a Lead Spacecraft RF Payload Engineer, you will design and develop state-of-the-art, space-based RF payloads for our customers. This includes communications systems to link our satellites to each other and to ground stations as well as perform critical missions on-orbit. You will work in a team-based environment to tackle the unique challenges of developing flexible RF subsystems for small spacecraft on demanding timelines. This position's internal job code is Electrophysics Engr/Scientist. Our team is currently hiring for levels 2-3.

Responsibilities

• Lead space vehicle mission trade studies related to communications links
• Identify and define communications system requirements
• Identify appropriate communications technologies to meet requirements
• Collaborate with teammates across multiple disciplines to design, build, test, and deliver spacecraft communication products for multiple programs
• Develop Millennium's own communications technologies from concept to flight readiness
• Create communications subsystem manufacturing, integration, and verification documents
• Lead communication subsystem manufacturing, integration, and verification
• Operate communications systems on orbit
• Other job duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering
• 2+ years of experience in space or aviation RF & Communications system design, analysis, subsystem component selection, and system evaluation
• Experience calculating link budgets including atmospheric & environmental effects
• Experience performing antenna design & analysis including sizing, patterns, gains, and usage
• Experience evaluating and selecting RF components (e.g., LNA, PA sizing and selection)
• Strong bias for getting things done with collaboration but minimal regimentation in a new emerging aerospace environment
• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. A final U.S. clearance post-start is required.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, implementing, and testing algorithms for software defined radios
• Experience with legacy and emerging satellite communications modulation and coding
• Experience designing, implementing, and testing antennas
• Experience designing, implementing, and testing radios from piece parts level
• Experience with optical communications links
• Experience with networking and networked RF communication links
• Experience with the CCSDS standards
• Master's Degree or higher
• Current SSBI or TS/SCI clearance

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Benefits

At Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Millennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including:

• Health insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life and disability insurance programs
• Programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

• Level 2: $98,600 - $145,000
• Level 3: $119,850 - $176,250

This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance.