Remote Space Systems Communications Engineer (RF/Electrical)

Astrion; California (MO); Remote; USD 96,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Astrion seeks a Communications/Electrical Engineer for remote support to Space System Development. The role is part-time and supports space system communications in a dynamic delivery environment.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in RF communications, space systems, and end-to-end testing with flexible scheduling and excellent communication skills. Some travel to CONUS/OCONUS may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience.
• Space system communications and electrical proficiency.
• End-to-end space system experience implementing, testing and flying RF comm systems.
• Space system engineering aptitude.
• Flexible to changing deadlines, schedules, priorities, and events.
• Experience presenting data and recommendations to large audiences.
• Thorough, detail-oriented, organized with strong time management and multi-project prioritization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Self-motivated, independent thinker with innovative ideas.
• Expertise in RF communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide SME for space system communications.
• Support design, analysis, integration and testing of communications systems with oversight of multiple tasks and staff.
• Some travel may be required, CONUS and OCONUS.
• Support assembly, integration and testing of the space vehicle comm system.
• Support development of test beds and comm system testing.
• Support ESA space system frequency allocation.
• Provide ad-hoc support as required.

Skills

Space systems

RF communications

End-to-end testing

Time management

Communication skills

Data presentation

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Deadline flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Astrion seeks a Communications/Electrical Engineer for remote support to Space System Development. The role is part-time and supports space system communications in a dynamic delivery environment.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in RF communications, space systems, and end-to-end testing with flexible scheduling and excellent communication skills. Some travel to CONUS/OCONUS may be required.