RF Systems Engineer - Antennas & Ground Stations (On-site)

Telemetry Today LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

STD & LTD

Life & AD&D Insurance

HSA & FSA options

PTO & holidays

Career growth

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile is seeking an entry-level RF Systems Engineer to support antenna and ground station systems through design, integration, testing, and field deployment. This 100% on-site role is based in Dallas, Texas, or Arlington, Virginia, with up to 50% travel.

You will perform RF analysis, assist with installation and testing of RF equipment, and document results. A relevant internship or co-op is required, with millimeter-wave exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• One or more internships or co-op assignments involving RF systems, antennas, satellites, or ground stations.
• Working knowledge of RF fundamentals: transmission lines, antennas, link budgets, noise analysis, and gain analysis.
• Hands-on familiarity with RF test equipment: spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and power meters.
• Ability and willingness to work 100% on-site in Dallas, Texas, or Arlington, Virginia.
• Willingness to relocate to Dallas or Arlington and travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Support RF system analysis for antennas and ground stations, including link budgets, G/T, and EIRP calculations.
• Assist with installation, integration, and testing of RF equipment (antennas, LNAs, HPAs, converters).
• Perform RF measurements using spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and power meters; record results.
• Prepare test plans, procedures, and reports, and maintain accurate system documentation.
• Coordinate with suppliers on deliveries, test results, and open issues under guidance of senior engineers.
• Travel to ground station sites and supplier facilities to support field work and acceptance testing.
• Learn and apply team practices for design, testing, documentation, and configuration management.

Skills

RF system analysis

Link budgets

G/T calculations

EIRP calculations

RF test equipment

Antenna systems

Test planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Ansys HFSS

Spectrum analyzer / VNA

Job description

AST SpaceMobile is seeking an entry-level RF Systems Engineer to support antenna and ground station systems through design, integration, testing, and field deployment. This 100% on-site role is based in Dallas, Texas, or Arlington, Virginia, with up to 50% travel.

You will perform RF analysis, assist with installation and testing of RF equipment, and document results. A relevant internship or co-op is required, with millimeter-wave exposure preferred.