Senior RF Systems Engineer
On-site · Torrance, California, United States
Job Summary
As a Senior RF Systems Engineer, you will architect and verify communication systems between satellites and ground stations, influencing overall network and design based on RF performance trades. Responsibilities include analyzing system performance and specifications for RF/antenna systems, planning and conducting integrated system tests, modeling signal processing, and providing technical support for regulatory operations. Required skills include a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, 5+ years of experience in RF analysis tools, and familiarity with RF test equipment.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline
- 5+ years of experience performing analysis in MATLAB, Python, Rust, or other tools for modeling and analyzing RF systems and DSP
- 5+ years of experience with RF test equipment such as VNA, spectrum analyzer, etc.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with RF components including filters, amplifiers, antennas
- Experience with modem design, or transmitter/receiver emulation for test applications
- Experience with link budget analysis, power flux density, dilution of precision, doppler, antenna patterns, etc.
- Experience with digital communication theory and testing including bit error rate, EVM, noise figure, dynamic range, and quantization noise
- Deep understanding of beamforming theory, array factor, and electromagnetic propagation in complex environments
- Experience in RF line-up design, including driving filter isolation and amplifier linearity specifications
- Experience with Python (or other language) for data analysis
Additional Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
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