Senior Space Communications Systems Engineer

Roman Health Pharmacy LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Benefits package (health, dental, vis​

401(k)/retirement plans

Job summary

CesiumAstro is seeking a Senior Communication Systems Engineer to join a startup‑like environment focused on phased array systems for satellites and aerospace platforms. You will serve as the technical lead for space architecture concepts, payload design, CONOPS development, and risk assessment, coordinating across multi-disciplinary teams to deliver complex programs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong system engineering background in space technology, with hands-on experience in RF/antenna

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in electrical engineering.
• 5+ years of experience with space-based communication payloads.
• Background and practical experience in antenna and RF systems.
• Experience with at least one scripting and one programming language.
• Experience working with product/component developers and vendors.
• Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills.
• Proficiency with a requirements management tool such as DOORS or Jama.
• Ability to define work direction, track milestones, and demonstrate progress on large projects.
• Sense of urgency and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Define requirements and ensure compatibility of interfaces across subsystems.
• Support verification planning and test execution.
• Develop system engineering processes for requirements management, flow down, and traceability.
• Perform risk analysis and mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate activities across multidiscipline engineering teams.
• Drive programs to successful completion.

Skills

System engineering

RF systems

Antenna design

Scripting

Programming

Requirements management

Technical communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

DOORS

Jama

Job description

CesiumAstro is seeking a Senior Communication Systems Engineer to join a startup‑like environment focused on phased array systems for satellites and aerospace platforms. You will serve as the technical lead for space architecture concepts, payload design, CONOPS development, and risk assessment, coordinating across multi-disciplinary teams to deliver complex programs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong system engineering background in space technology, with hands-on experience in RF/antenna