Satellite RF Systems Engineer — Communications

3M Consultancy; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking an RF Systems Engineer in Chantilly to design and refine spacecraft communication systems. The role involves selecting RF components, conducting simulations, and building/testing communication payloads. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, hands-on experience with RF technologies, and programming skills in languages such as Python and C++. A collaborative mindset and the ability to work in dynamic environments are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering field is required.
• Hands-on experience with communications technology is crucial.
• Familiarity with satellite systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine spacecraft communication systems.
• Select radios and antennas that meet system needs.
• Build and test communication payloads in the lab and in orbit.

Skills

Hands-on experience with radios

Programming skills in Python, C++, C, MATLAB

Familiarity with space hardware projects

Comfortable with networking and comms protocols

Experience working in Linux environments

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Software-defined radios (SDRs)

RF lab tools

Job description

A technology consulting firm is seeking an RF Systems Engineer in Chantilly to design and refine spacecraft communication systems. The role involves selecting RF components, conducting simulations, and building/testing communication payloads. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, hands-on experience with RF technologies, and programming skills in languages such as Python and C++. A collaborative mindset and the ability to work in dynamic environments are essential for success in this position.