Senior Satellite Systems Engineer - LEO & Payload Expert

Globalstar

San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Medical FSA

Performance-based compensation

Job summary

Globalstar is seeking a Senior Satellite Systems Engineer to lead and support engineering and technical development projects within satellite programs and post-launch operations. You will provide systems engineering support for new satellite development, review vendor designs, analyze antenna patterns, and monitor payload performance, working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires deep expertise in LEO constellation concepts, beamforming technologies, and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering degree.
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with specialization in wireless communication preferred.
At least 10+ years of experience in engineering, satellite systems design, or other related fields.

Responsibilities

Provides systems engineering support for new satellite development projects.
Provide feedback on design from the vendors and make sure vendor satellite requirements are met.
Perform antenna pattern analysis and monitor payload performances.
Perform trade-offs on digital beam forming antenna pattern choices.
Monitor power/thermal capabilities of the system and help with system capacity analysis with the power/thermal limitations of the satellite.
Provides systems engineering support to other groups to work with external vendors.
Performs other related duties as assigned.