RF Communication Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and analysis of system test requirements and specifications for the RF payload subsystem
• Assists in creating RF system test procedures and performs routine RF system test analysis
• Prepares standard engineering documentation for review by senior engineers
• Supports system integration trade studies and analytical tasks under the direction of more experienced team members
• Identifies technical issues and recommends potential solutions
• Contributes to RF system-level test activities
• Provides hands-on support during spacecraft integration and test, including RF payload testing and troubleshooting
• Evaluates RF payload test data against design requirements and recommends follow-on actions based on results

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• B.S. degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related engineering discipline
• Additional four years of RF-related experience may be substituted for a degree
• Two years of experience, including RF engineering
• Understanding of mathematics and physics as they apply to electrical systems and components
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Qualifications

• Must be willing to travel up to 10% and support off-shift or other additional work as needed
• M.S. degree in engineering or related scientific discipline (experience 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 is desirable

Pay

The base pay for this position within California is: $94,000.00 - $156,000.00 annually.

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

A comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.