Senior RF Engineer

lunaroutpost; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off: Three weeks per year

Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match

Educational reimbursement opportunities

Job summary

Lunar Outpost in Golden, Colorado is seeking a Senior RF Engineer to drive the development of RF systems for space robotics. You will work in a dynamic startup environment, focusing on end-to-end RF subsystem development, from modeling to hands-on testing.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to pioneering space exploration projects, including the Pegasus LTV that supports NASA missions. You will need a strong background in RF systems design and integration, along with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of RF systems.
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant RF engineering experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform electromagnetic simulation and analysis of RF systems.
• Design, develop, and integrate RF subsystems.
• Conduct RF trade studies using modeling and simulation.
• Build and analyze link budgets for space communications.

Skills

RF systems design

Electromagnetic modeling

RF testing

Link budgets

Hands-on RF system integration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Signal generators

Python

Ansys HFSS

Ansys EMIT

STK

Job description

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking a Senior RF Engineer to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. As an RF Engineer you will work with Link Budgets, Antenna Cosite, RF Testing, RF Systems design and vendor management. This role involves end‑to‑end ownership of RF subsystem development—from electromagnetic modeling and trade studies through hands‑on integration, testing, and mission validation—supporting both current programs and future business development efforts.

Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Pegasus LTV, which will carry NASA astronauts farther than they've ever been before on the lunar surface!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electromagnetic simulation and analysis of RF systems for satellite and rover applications
• Design, develop, and integrate RF subsystems to meet stringent mission, performance, and regulatory requirements
• Conduct RF trade studies using modeling and simulation to inform design decisions
• Build, integrate, and test RF hardware, including antennas and payload communications subsystems
• Develop and execute detailed RF and antenna test plansand simulations(VSWR, gain, radiation patterns, etc.)
• Build and analyze link budgets for space‑to‑Earth communications
• Model and analyze antenna co‑site and interference relationships
• Use industry‑standard tools to model andvalidateRF performance
• Author highly technical documentation and test reports describing RF designs, analyses, and results

Required Qualifications

• Deep understanding of RF systems with the ability to design, analyze, and test complex RF architectures
• Proven hands‑on experience building and testing RF systems, including design and use of RF test racks
• Demonstrated ability to define, execute, and document RFtests against requirements
• Experience developing detailed test plans, managing schedules, and coordinating resources in cost‑and regulation‑constrained environments
• Hands‑on experience with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and power meters
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• Minimum of5 years of relevant RF engineering experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, detailed technical documentation
• Highly organized, self‑motivated, and driven to meet critical deadlines
• U.S. Personstatusrequired

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with space, satellite, or planetary rover RF systems
• Experience working across multidisciplinary vehicle engineering teams
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards for space communications
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-464, MIL-STD-461
• Proficiencywith RF modeling and analysis tools, including:
  • Ansys HFSS
  • Ansys EMIT
  • STK
  • Python

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
• Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
• Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
• Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
• Parental leave
• Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

Lunar OutpostInc.is an equal opportunity employer.Lunar Outpost Inc. doesnot discriminateon the basis of race,color,religion, sex (including pregnancy,sexual orientation,and gender identity),national origin, ethnicity,age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Allemployees,including executives andhuman resources personnel, are expectedtoconduct themselves with professionalism andtreat others withdignityandrespect in accordance with this policy.