RF Radar Engineer I – Space Systems

Rocket Lab Corp.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA is seeking an RF Engineer I/II to support radar and RF system development including SAR and space-based radar applications. You will join a team of engineers to design, analyze, simulate, test, and integrate subsystems for state-of-the-art space missions.

The role involves hands-on testing, MATLAB/Python simulations, link-budget analysis, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. A technical degree and the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance are required; U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of radar systems and signal processing.
• Academic or professional exposure to SAR systems, space-based radar, or remote sensing.
• Ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Develop space-based radar system architectures and perform testing.
• Conduct radar link budgets and performance modeling.
• Run radar simulations in MATLAB or Python.
• Support radar design trades for waveform and RF components.
• Assist in mission analysis and ground track visualization.
• Prepare test plans, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with RF, digital, systems, and spacecraft engineers.

Skills

Radar fundamentals

MATLAB/Python proficiency

RF system knowledge

Orbital mechanics basics

SAR/space radar exposure

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

STK

MATLAB Phased Array Toolbox

Job description

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA is seeking an RF Engineer I/II to support radar and RF system development including SAR and space-based radar applications. You will join a team of engineers to design, analyze, simulate, test, and integrate subsystems for state-of-the-art space missions.

The role involves hands-on testing, MATLAB/Python simulations, link-budget analysis, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. A technical degree and the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance are required; U.S.