Radio Frequency Engineer

ICEYE; New Mexico; Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

ICEYE is seeking a Radio Frequency Engineer in Valencia, Spain, to design and test next‑gen satellite RF hardware and support continuous improvements. You will work with cross‑functional teams to push the boundaries of small sensing satellites.

You will lead RF/microwave hardware design, perform link budgets, and conduct advanced measurements while supporting the entire satellite lifecycle in a hybrid setup. Fluency in English and 5+ years of RF experience are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in RF/EE or related field.
• 5+ years' RF and microwave engineering experience (PCB design, link budget, components).
• Proficient with common measurement equipment and advanced measurements.
• Strong problem solving and debugging abilities; able to tackle unconventional tasks.
• Able to perform root cause analysis on failures.
• Strong English communication skills (written and spoken).
• Independent worker who also collaborates well in a multicultural team.
• Capable of driving new projects technically and coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Willingness to engage in full satellite lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design next-gen satellites.
• Design and test satellite RF hardware, perform link budget analyses.
• Develop passive and active microwave systems and provide technical support for satellites.

Skills

RF Engineering

PCB Design

Link Budget

Measurement Equipment

Root Cause Analysis

English Communication

Independent Work

Multicultural Team

Education

Master's degree in Radio/RF/Communications/Signal/Electrical engineering

Tools

Altium

CST

Python

Job description

Role highlights:

• Role: Radio Frequency Engineer

• Department: Space Systems

• Location: Valencia, Spain

• Reports to: Engineering Manager, Space Systems

• Working type: Hybrid

• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

The Mission of the Radio Frequency Engineer

As an RF Engineer, you will be at the heart of designing and advancing the next generation of ICEYE's satellites — pushing the boundaries of what small sensing satellites can achieve. Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, you will own the design, testing, and continuous improvement of satellite RF and microwave hardware, from PCB design and component selection to link budget analysis and advanced measurements. When things go wrong, you will be the one to diagnose why — conducting root-cause analysis and providing hands‑on technical support for an ever‑expanding fleet of operational satellites in orbit.

Who are we?

ICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE's world‑leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world's largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy – day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high‑resolution imagery and high‑frequency revisits.

As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE's near real‑time data creates a tactical advantage for mission‑critical operations. ICEYE operates internationally with offices in Finland, Poland, Spain, Japan, the UAE, Greece, Germany, and the US. The company has more than 1000 employees, inspired by the shared vision of improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.

Day to day responsibilities:

• You will work closely with engineers from other domains to design a new generation of satellites and ensure continuous improvements of them.

• Your responsibilities will include designing and testing satellite RF hardware, tackling the challenges inherent in the new space engineering approach, and pushing the boundaries of what small sensing satellites can achieve.

• You will also be involved in the design of both passive and active microwave systems, and provide technical support for our expanding fleet of satellites. If you're ready to take on these exciting challenges, we’d love to have you on board.

Requirements:

Must have skills

• Master's degree in Radio/RF/Communications/Signal/Electrical engineering.

• 5 years + of experience in RF and microwave engineering (including PCB board design, link budget, component selection).

• Familiar how to use common measurement equipment and skilled to do advanced measurements.

• Proficient problem‑solving and debugging skills. Capability to tackle unconventional tasks and problems.

• Ability to perform root‑cause analysis on failures.

• Ability to communicate clearly in English (written and spoken).

• Ability to work independently, but also a co‑operative team player.

• Suits well in a multicultural environment.

• Capability to drive a new project from the technical side, facing unknown issues and collaborating with people from different domains to solve it.

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

• Willingness to be involved in the whole life cycle of the satellite

Nice to have skills

• Prior experience in aerospace systems.

• Prior experience with high frequency (5+ GHz) systems.

• Capability to manage basic projects.

• Prior experience in Altium, CST, Python.

Application process

• Talent Acquisition Interview

• Technical Interview (onsite or virtual), including a Technical Challenge

• Hiring Manager Interview

• Final Interview

• Offer Decision

Working at ICEYE

At ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale‑up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.

How We Work (Our Values)

Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.

• Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the “why” behind decisions.

• See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.

• Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.

• Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.

• Have fun: What we do matters—and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing—at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.

We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us—we’ll do our best to help.