RF Design Engineer (Millimeter Wave)

ZipRecruiter; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an RF Design Engineer, where you will take charge of designing and testing cutting-edge RF hardware systems for space missions. This role involves collaboration with a diverse team to develop RF components and ensure their integration into spacecraft. You will leverage your expertise in RF PCB design and troubleshooting while working on exciting projects that push the boundaries of aerospace technology. With opportunities for growth and innovation, this position is perfect for those passionate about advancing space exploration.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Vision Coverage

Dental Coverage

401(k) Plan

Stock Options

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience designing RF components or PCBs above 18GHz.
• Strong RF PCB design and debugging skills.

Responsibilities

• Design RF transmit and receive systems from S-Band to Ka-Band.
• Evaluate and design for mitigation of desense, EMI, EMC, and co-existence issues.

Skills

RF PCB Design

RF Integration

EMI/EMC Mitigation

Electromagnetic Simulation Software

Link Budget Calculations

Signal Generators

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Computer Engineering

Tools

Spectrum Analyzers

Network Analyzers

Software-Defined Radios

HFSS

CST

ADS

Genesys

Job description

Job Description

Description

As an RF Design Engineer, you will own the design, testing, and delivery of flight RF hardware systems for space missions ranging from low Earth orbit to Mars. You will also conduct vehicle-level testing, RF integration, and desense evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Design and bring up RF transmit and receive systems supporting operation from S-Band to Ka-Band
• Develop RF hardware components including amplifiers, mixers, splitters, filters, shielded enclosures, and antenna hats
• Evaluate and design for mitigation of desense, EMI, EMC, and co-existence issues
• Work with a cross-disciplinary team to define and implement RF hardware requirements on a mission-by-mission basis, design RF PCBs, troubleshoot RF systems, and integrate systems into spacecraft
• Derive RF hardware design requirements from system-level specifications
• Improve existing RF products throughout their lifecycle by troubleshooting issues, performing failure analysis, and implementing improvements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
• 2+ years experience designing RF components or PCBs above 18GHz
• Strong RF PCB design and debugging skills
• Experience working with RF equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and software-defined radios in a lab setting
• Strong understanding of RF front-end blocks
• Experience with link budget and lineup calculations

Skills and Experience

• Ability to design and integrate RF components including LNAs, filters, PAs, mixers, etc.
• Familiarity with electromagnetic simulation software such as HFSS, CST, ADS, or Genesys
• Design and test experience on launch vehicles, satellites, or other spacecraft
• Experience characterizing system desense and coexistence
• Knowledge of RF protocols like SRS4, DVB-S2, and CCSDS
• Experience working in a startup or agile development environment

Additional Information

Compensation is determined by role, level, location, and market data. The individual’s level and base pay are assessed case-by-case based on skills, education, experience, and capabilities. Full-time employees may be eligible for long-term incentives such as stock options, and benefits including medical, vision, dental coverage, and a 401(k) plan.

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible for required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment decisions are based on merit, competence, and qualifications, without discrimination based on race, veteran status, marital status, mental or physical conditions, or any other protected status.