Mid-Level Satellite Communications Systems Engineer (Onsite)

relativedynamics; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

401k match

Employee referral program

Community involvement

Job summary

Relative Dynamics seeks a Mid-Level System Engineer to support the USGS EROS Center in Sioux Falls, SD. This onsite role emphasizes RF equipment, ground station systems, and collaboration with NASA Landsat teams on satellite communications projects.

The ideal candidate has a 4–6 year background in satellite communications engineering, a relevant electrical engineering degree, and US citizenship with ability to obtain security clearances. On-site collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Satellite Communications/Systems Engineering, or related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in Satellite Communications Engineering.
• US citizenship is required due to ITAR requirements.
• Three years of continuous residency in the U.S. for government security credential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Work on meaningful projects that support Earth science and sustainability.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and mentors who are passionate about innovation.
• Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies in Satellite Communications and system development.
• Be part of a team that values curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning.
• Provide hardware engineering support and maintenance for ground station RF equipment.
• Develop ground-based Satellite Communications systems per mission requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Systems engineering

RF equipment

Troubleshooting

Schematics reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Antenna systems

Demodulators

Receivers

Upconverters

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Relative Dynamics seeks a Mid-Level System Engineer to support the USGS EROS Center in Sioux Falls, SD. This onsite role emphasizes RF equipment, ground station systems, and collaboration with NASA Landsat teams on satellite communications projects.

The ideal candidate has a 4–6 year background in satellite communications engineering, a relevant electrical engineering degree, and US citizenship with ability to obtain security clearances. On-site collaboration is essential.