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Senior RF Systems Engineer I Pipeline

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · 3 days ago
On-siteInformation Technology$130k/yrFull-time

About the Role

Based at Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, we are looking for a Senior RF Systems Engineer I for a future opening who will be responsible for supporting the development of new RF products including components and systems. You will develop the payload and TT&C subsystems and support hands-on RF payload testing. The successful candidate will have a strong combination of RF engineering, system design, and system test experience, and will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

System Development

  • Define and maintain requirements specifications
  • Conduct payload design trades in support of new business proposals
  • Drive the development process, making key design decisions and trades
  • Complete analyses in support of design needs
  • Support the development of test plans and procedures
  • Support the design and development of GSE and production automation
  • Support the development of product documentation including ICDs and User Manuals

Customer/Program Support

  • Review proposals and requirements specifications to assess compliance based on existing unit capabilities vs development needs
  • Scope and drive development activities for new requirements
  • Support engineering reviews such as PDRs, CDRs and TRRs
  • Provide technical support to internal/external customers including general questions and anomaly troubleshooting
  • Maintain broad awareness of product development and production schedules to ensure the needs of customers and programs are satisfied

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, RF communications (or other engineering degree) and 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Demonstrated RF knowledge including link budget analysis and linearity
  • A solid theoretical and practical understanding of RF communications and navigation systems and components
  • Can account for ITU constraints e.g. PFD limits and DSN protection
  • End to end experience in developing and delivering multiple RF systems including assessing requirements, prototyping engineering models, producing space worthy products, and mission support
  • Detailed knowledge in the areas of satellite operations, RF licensing and ground station networks will have been obtained and demonstrated
  • U.S. citizenship is required due to program requirements
  • Ability to obtain a TS / SCI clearance

Preferred Skills

  • Existing TS / SCI clearance
  • Extensive experience in space grade system design
  • Extensive experience in analyses including worst case, reliability, FMECA, thermal, and derating analyses
  • Extensive experience supporting and leading complex engineering programs and developing associated documentation
  • Experience designing, integrating, and testing RF communications systems for launch vehicles or satellites
  • Demonstrated expertise in mentoring others
  • Experience leading incident management and investigations
  • Experience in conflict resolution and dealing with difficult people
  • The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships
  • Project management experience

Pay

Base Pay Range (CA Only): $130,000 USD - $170,000 USD. Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Benefits

  • Top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year
  • 11 paid holidays per year
  • Flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts
  • Paid parental leave
  • Disability insurance and life insurance
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Discounted employee stock purchase program
  • Subsidized EV charging stations
  • Onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts

Employees may also receive company equity. Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Schedule

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

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