Senior Deep-Space Optical Communications Engineer

Relativity; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 188,000 - 251,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Equity

Generous PTO

Sick leave policy

Parental leave

Annual learning stipend

Job summary

Relativity is looking for a Staff Optical Communications Engineer to lead the architecture and design of a deep-space optical terminal. The role involves translating mission needs into system performance requirements and overseeing the implementation across teams.

Ideal candidates should possess a degree in a relevant field and 7+ years of hands-on experience in laser communications and optical systems. The position includes a competitive salary and various rewards, including generous PTO.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in laser communications or optical systems engineering.
• Proven ability to manage complex systems through qualification and deployment.
• Deep understanding of optical communications subsystems like PAT, modems, and photonic hardware.

Responsibilities

• Own architecture, design, and delivery of optical communications terminal.
• Develop system performance requirements and drive implementation.
• Lead development campaigns to validate performance.

Skills

Laser communications

Optical systems engineering

Spacecraft communications system development

Electromechanical prototyping

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Relativity is looking for a Staff Optical Communications Engineer to lead the architecture and design of a deep-space optical terminal. The role involves translating mission needs into system performance requirements and overseeing the implementation across teams.

Ideal candidates should possess a degree in a relevant field and 7+ years of hands-on experience in laser communications and optical systems. The position includes a competitive salary and various rewards, including generous PTO.