RF Communications Engineer

Space Capital; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Gym memberships nationwide

401(k) company match

Company wellness programs

Job summary

Voyager Technologies in Pittsburgh is seeking an RF Communications Engineer to establish RF subsystems requirements, mature designs, test components, and ensure system compatibility. You will develop link budgets and assess risk while collaborating with subsystems; the role reports to the Electronic Systems Manager and is hybrid based in Pittsburgh, PA.

The team focuses on enabling mission-critical communications for lunar systems, with a strong emphasis on RF performance, reliability, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering with RF focus and 3 years of comms experience.
• Experience operating RF lab equipment such as spectrum analyzers, VNAs and oscilloscopes.
• Knowledge of RF concepts including transmission line theory and link budgets.
• Knowledge of basic antenna theory and PCB design.

Responsibilities

• Develop RF communications systems through design, development, and testing.
• Apply full life‑cycle systems development with requirement traceability.
• Perform link budget analysis for spacecraft in earth orbit, cislunar and lunar regions.
• Participate in design reviews (PDR, CDR) and supplier discussions.

Skills

RF concepts

Antenna theory

RF Lab equipment

Link budgets

Thermal & mass properties

PCB design

S-parameters

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering (RF Focus)

Master’s degree in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering (RF Focus)

Tools

Spectrum Analyzer

Vector Network Analyzer

Oscilloscopes

HFSS

Python

Job description

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

The RF Communications Engineer for Voyager Lunar Systems is responsible for establishing requirements for the RF communications subsystem, maturing current design, testing and analyzing components and system performance, create link budgets, assessing risk and reliability, and working with other subsystems to maintain system compatibility. The RF team is also responsible for all appropriate regulatory compliance.

The position reports to the Electronic Systems Manager and is part of Voyager Lunar Systems based in Pittsburgh, PA. This role is hybrid based in Pittsburgh, PA.

In This Role, The Essential Functions Are

• Develop RF Comms systems through design, development, simulation, testing, verification and operations
• Apply full life-cycle systems development, including requirements development and traceability
• Perform link budget analysis for spacecraft operating in earth orbit, cislunar, and lunar regions
• Support Design reviews such as Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), etc.
• Participate in regular discussion with suppliers and vendors of RF and communication hardware.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering with RF Focus with 3 years of experience in comms systems development OR Master’s degree in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering with RF Focus with 1 year of experience in comms systems development
• Experience operating RF Lab equipment such as Spectrum Analyzer, Vector Network Analyzer and Oscilloscopes.
• Knowledge of basic RF and communications concepts such as transmission line theory, S parameters, Fourier transforms, link budgets, digital and analog modulation, power spectral density and analyzing systems with noise.
• Knowledge of basic antenna theory.
• Knowledge of ancillary system design including thermal and mass properties.
• Knowledge of basic printed circuit board design.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with python or similar scripting language (MATLAB/Octave)
• Experience with RF Simulation tools such as HFSS
• Knowledge of Range Safety and Ground Safety compliance
• Knowledge of space environmental tests (TVAC, EMI/EMC)

The good faith base salary range for this role is $110,000–$160,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C.

• 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.