RF Systems Engineer, Antennas & Ground Stations (Space)

AST & Science, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company M"

Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term 

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network, accessible by standard smartphones. We seek an entry-level RF Systems Engineer to design, integrate, test, and deploy ground station systems on-site in Dallas or Arlington with up to 50% travel.

Prior internship or co-op in RF systems is required. The role involves RF analysis, equipment installation and testing, measurement with spectrum/network analyzers and power meters, and close

Qualifications

• One or more relevant internships or co-op assignments involving RF systems, antennas, active or passive RF components, satellites, or ground stations.
• Working knowledge of RF fundamentals, including transmission lines, antennas, link budgets, noise analysis, and gain analysis.
• Hands-on familiarity with RF test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and power meters.
• Ability and willingness to work 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, including antennas, feeds, LNAs, HPAs, and converters.
• Perform RF measurements using spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and power meters, and record and review results.
• Prepare test plans, procedures, and reports, and maintain accurate system documentation.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding deliveries, test results, and open technical issues under the 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 fundamentals

Internship experience

On-site work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Signal generators

Power meters

MATLAB

Job description

AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network, accessible by standard smartphones. We seek an entry-level RF Systems Engineer to design, integrate, test, and deploy ground station systems on-site in Dallas or Arlington with up to 50% travel.

Prior internship or co-op in RF systems is required. The role involves RF analysis, equipment installation and testing, measurement with spectrum/network analyzers and power meters, and close