Lead Space RF Communications Engineer

Lunar Outpost; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lunar Outpost is seeking an experienced RF Communications Engineer to lead all comms for the LTV vehicle, including direct-to-Earth and lunar surface links. You will design, integrate, and validate RF subsystems, and build test racks while ensuring compliance with mission requirements.

The role demands hands-on testing, strong documentation, and collaboration with customers and partners in a fast-paced startup environment. U.S. Person status is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in EE, Electronics, Telecom, Aerospace or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant RF comms experience.
• Hands-on build and test of RF systems and antenna designs.
• Ability to define tests to validate RF designs against mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design RF communications systems for satellites, rovers, and lunar assets.
• Integrate satellite and rover comms to meet stringent requirements.
• Develop and validate antenna/RF designs with modeling and trade studies.
• Build and test RF subsystems, including antenna/payload links.
• Create detailed test plans and allocate resources to meet standards.
• Support business development with customer-focused solutions.

Skills

RF design

Antenna design

System integration

Test planning

Test equipment

Project management

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Master’s degree in RF or antennas (preferred)

Tools

Test racks

Vendor requirements management tools

Job description

Lunar Outpost is seeking an experienced RF Communications Engineer to lead all comms for the LTV vehicle, including direct-to-Earth and lunar surface links. You will design, integrate, and validate RF subsystems, and build test racks while ensuring compliance with mission requirements.

The role demands hands-on testing, strong documentation, and collaboration with customers and partners in a fast-paced startup environment. U.S. Person status is required.