Senior RF Systems Engineer - Spacecraft Communications

Blue Origin; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 130,706 - 182,987; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) with up to 5% company match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an RF Systems Engineer III to develop RF communications system architectures for spacecraft. This role is integral in supporting civil, commercial, and National Security Space programs.

You will collaborate with the Chief Communications Architect and have the opportunity to shape spacecraft communications, engaging with internal teams and external partners to ensure mission success. A strong background in RF systems engineering is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in RF systems engineering.
• Demonstrated experience developing RF link budgets.
• Strong analytical skills for system-level trade studies.

Responsibilities

• Develop end-to-end RF communications system architectures.
• Maintain initial RF link budgets for various missions.
• Design and support testing of spacecraft TT&C systems.

Skills

RF systems engineering

Communications system design

RF link budgets

Telemetry, Tracking & Command (TT&C)

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or RF Engineering

Tools

STK

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking an RF Systems Engineer III to develop RF communications system architectures for spacecraft. This role is integral in supporting civil, commercial, and National Security Space programs.

You will collaborate with the Chief Communications Architect and have the opportunity to shape spacecraft communications, engaging with internal teams and external partners to ensure mission success. A strong background in RF systems engineering is required.