RF Communication Systems Engineer

Intuitive Machines, LLC; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 117.000 - 195.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid time off

Health and welfare insurance

401(k)

Zusammenfassung

Lanteris Space Systems in California is seeking a Staff Communication Systems Engineer (CSE) to lead integration and verification of RF payloads, develop system-level requirements, and guide architecture decisions.

The role collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, documents design approaches and test results, and applies sound engineering judgment to create next-generation solutions. Travel up to ~10% may be required, with emphasis on reliability and leadership.

Qualifikationen

• U.S. citizen or permanent resident (as required)
• B.S. degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mathematics, physics, or related field; up to four years additional experience in lieu of a degree
• Minimum of four years of related engineering experience
• Willingness to travel infrequently (up to ~10%) and support off-shift work
• Strong understanding of mathematics and physics related to RF systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Aufgaben

• Serves as the responsible engineer for a subsystem or major portion of the RF payload, with emphasis on integration, test, and verification
• Develops system-level requirements and specifications that guide payload design and performance
• Participates in system architecture development, including requirements analysis and trade studies
• Leads RF payload testing and troubleshooting during spacecraft integration and verification phases
• Analyzes operational issues and drives corrective actions to closure
• Manages internal technical efforts of limited complexity, monitoring progress across cost, schedule, and technical performance
• Introduces innovative techniques, tools, or methodologies within the RF engineering domain
• Provides technical guidance to teams in identifying design issues and implementing effective solutions
• Represents the company in technical discussions with customers and vendors to resolve complex engineering challenges

Kenntnisse

RF systems

Systems engineering

Test & verification

Technical communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Ausbildung

B.S. in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mathematics, physics or related

Tools

AWR Microwave Office

ADS

Ansys HFSS

C++

MATLAB

Python

VBA

Jobbeschreibung

The Staff Communication Systems Engineer (CSE) contributes to the design, integration, and operation of complex communications payload systems, often composed of multiple subsystems and advanced signal‑processing elements. This role supports the definition of system‑level requirements, architecture development, and the establishment of technical processes that ensure hardware and software compatibility across the payload. The engineer identifies, analyzes, and resolves system design challenges while helping shape alternative concepts and next‑generation solutions. As an experienced professional, the Staff CSE applies solid engineering judgment to a wide range of technical issues, developing creative solutions and influencing the evolution of future products. The role involves documenting requirements, design approaches, algorithms, test procedures, and test results in accordance with engineering standards. The engineer frequently collaborates within multidisciplinary teams and engages with internal and external stakeholders to support successful program execution. This position operates with moderate autonomy, receiving limited day‑to‑day direction and general guidance on new assignments. It typically requires a minimum of four years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; two years with a master’s degree; or a Ph.D. with no prior experience; or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the responsible engineer for a subsystem or major portion of the RF payload, with emphasis on integration, test, and verification
• Develops system‑level requirements and specifications that guide payload design and performance
• Participates in system architecture development, including requirements analysis and trade studies
• Leads RF payload testing and troubleshooting during spacecraft integration and verification phases
• Analyzes operational issues and drives corrective actions to closure
• Manages internal technical efforts of limited complexity, monitoring progress across cost, schedule, and technical performance
• Introduces innovative techniques, tools, or methodologies within the RF engineering domain
• Provides technical guidance to teams in identifying design issues and implementing effective solutions
• Represents the company in technical discussions with customers and vendors to resolve complex engineering challenges

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• B.S. degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related discipline. An additional four years of experience may be substituted for a degree
• Minimum of four years of related engineering experience
• Willingness and ability to travel infrequently (up to ~10%) and support off‑shift work as needed
• Strong understanding of mathematics and physics as they relate to RF electrical systems and components
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. degree in a specialized engineering or scientific discipline
• Familiarity with ground station modems and complex modulation and coding schemes
• Experience with RF computer‑aided design tools such as AWR Microwave Office, ADS, or Ansys HFSS
• Experience with software‑defined radios or software‑defined modems
• Familiarity with FPGA‑based signal‑processing architectures
• Experience with C++, VBA, MATLAB, or Python is desirable

The base pay for this position within California is: $117,000.00 - $195,000.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. The date of posting can be found on the Lanteris Space Systems Career page at the top of each job posting.