RF Space Systems Engineer – NASA Communications

Jbs Solutions; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

JBS Solutions, Inc. in Huntsville, AL seeks a Radiofrequency Engineer to support space-based RF communications for NASA and DoD programs. The role requires active security clearance and involves analysis, simulation, and development work across multiple government customers.

The candidate will lead RF subsystem studies, perform interference analyses, and participate in design reviews. A senior electrical engineering degree and extensive RF experience are essential.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree and 15+ years of RF/antenna design, testing and evaluation experience.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance.
• Experience with RF analysis, testing, and design reviews; strong documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide RF analysis, simulation, and development support for space-based RF systems.
• Perform link margin analyses using various modulation schemes and environment factors.
• Write or collaborate on RF system design and analysis reports; participate in milestones and reviews.
• Mentor early-career and internship engineers.

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Ph.D. with 9+ years experience

MS with 13+ years experience

BS with 15+ years experience

Tools

Visual Basic

MathCAD

MatLab

ANSYS HFSS

GPS/GNSS Simulators

PNT / Communication Waveform Analyzers (BPSK, QAM, QPSK)

Job description

JBS Solutions, Inc. in Huntsville, AL seeks a Radiofrequency Engineer to support space-based RF communications for NASA and DoD programs. The role requires active security clearance and involves analysis, simulation, and development work across multiple government customers.

The candidate will lead RF subsystem studies, perform interference analyses, and participate in design reviews. A senior electrical engineering degree and extensive RF experience are essential.