RF Satellite Systems Engineer

Stellar Solutions; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Retirement plan

Other benefits

Job summary

A space engineering firm in Boulder, CO, is looking for a Systems Engineer with expertise in RF system design and commercial spacecraft architecture. Candidates should have a BS/MS in Engineering with over 10 years of experience. Responsibilities include providing engineering leadership, assessing designs, and working in multidisciplinary teams. The position offers a competitive salary of $150,000 – $180,000 and is eligible for bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in commercial space systems.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments.
• Eligibility for U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide Systems Engineering leadership for RF payload design.
• Support supplier selection and risk management activities.
• Develop and assess system designs to meet customer requirements.

Skills

RF system design

Attention to detail

Technical communication

Good written and verbal communication

Education

BS and/or MS in Electrical Engineering or Applied Physics

Tools

Jira

Job description

Overview

Stellar Solutions, a nationally recognized "Great Place To Work", provides engineering solutions for innovative new‑entrant space companies, established space systems manufacturers, commercial space system operators and service providers, and other industry stakeholders including investors.

We offer talented, energetic, and immediately productive resources to satisfy our customers' critical needs in systems engineering and integration, mission operations, program management and strategic planning. As a leading service and expertise provider for high‑tech commercial ventures, we span communications, earth observation and remote sensing systems, data products, and the infrastructures that support earth orbiting and beyond‑earth‑orbit businesses.

Job Details

Location: US-CO-Boulder
Job ID: 2025-1888
Category: Systems Engineer
Security Clearance: Background Check Only
Employment Type: Full‑Time

Role / Responsibilities / Qualifications

For this role, key qualifications include experience with commercial spacecraft architecture, RF system design, satellite hardware and suppliers, and system implementation and test.

The role is immediate, full‑time, and located in the Boulder, CO area with the potential to also support from other U.S. locations.

Successful candidates will be comfortable working in fast‑paced commercial and start‑up environments and enjoy working with multidisciplinary teams on a diverse array of challenges related to satellite system development and implementation, including system architecture analysis and optimization, RF system design, RF hardware development, and system implementation including production and test.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Systems Engineering leadership for RF payload design, build, and test
• Provide RF Systems design leadership and advice as part of multidisciplinary teams, assessing and developing system designs which satisfy customer business requirements
• Provide RF Systems input to deliverables based on program requirements, including requirements, analysis, CONOPs, V&V, design reviews, AIT plans, operations plans
• Support supplier selection, supplier contract negotiation, and supplier oversight
• Assess and manage risk and risk mitigation activities
• Identify technical issues and proactively implement resolution to mitigate schedule and cost impacts

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience with commercial space systems RF system design and implementation
• Attention to detail and ability to parse requirements
• Knowledge of emerging RF technologies and suppliers
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent technical communication skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• U.S. Citizen and must be eligible to obtain security clearance

Desired Skills and Experience

• Working knowledge of spacecraft & subsystem design and manufacturing
• Requirements definition and flow down
• Experience with project management
• Experience working with task management software (Jira, etc.)

Education and Work Experience

• BS and/or MS in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or equivalent, and 10+ years relevant experience

The typical pay range for this position is USD $150,000 – $180,000 per year. Individual pay is determined by many factors including work location, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual performance bonus, retirement plan and other benefits (all included as part of the package).

Join Our Team

Join our dynamic team to shape the future of commercial space systems! You'll play a pivotal role in managing large system procurements and providing expert advice on cutting‑edge space and ground systems, working alongside top‑tier professionals in a fast‑paced and collaborative environment.