RFIC Engineer for AI Satellite Networks

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an RFIC Engineer for AI Satellites (Starmind) to develop cutting-edge RFICs for space and ground infrastructure. You will simulate RF front-end systems and collaborate with systems, firmware, and design teams to enable high‑performance, reliable space communications.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering and 2+ years in RF/microwave circuit design; a Master’s/PhD is preferred. Experience with ADS/HFSS/AWR, Altium, and lab measurements is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• 2+ years RF/microwave circuit design experience.
• Master’s or PhD in RF/microwave engineering preferred.
• Experience with linear/non-linear RF circuits.
• Familiar with RF test equipment and measurements.
• Knowledge of digital communication systems and modulation.

Responsibilities

• Simulate/model RF front‑end systems with cross‑functional teams.
• Derive RF hardware specifications for RF blocks.
• Develop RF/microwave circuits, MMICs, boards and packages.
• Evaluate and characterize prototypes and RF components.
• Characterize and analyze full radio performance.
• Assist in automated test equipment development for lab measurements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing on production testing of RF avionics.

Skills

RF/microwave circuit design

Schematic and layout

Digital/analog RF theory

Test automation planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline

Master’s or PhD in RF/microwave engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

ADS

HFSS

AWR

Matlab

Python

LabVIEW

Vector Network Analyzer

Spectrum Analyzer

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an RFIC Engineer for AI Satellites (Starmind) to develop cutting-edge RFICs for space and ground infrastructure. You will simulate RF front-end systems and collaborate with systems, firmware, and design teams to enable high‑performance, reliable space communications.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering and 2+ years in RF/microwave circuit design; a Master’s/PhD is preferred. Experience with ADS/HFSS/AWR, Altium, and lab measurements is a plus.