Senior Wireless Network Design Engineer

E-Space

Saratoga (CA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness care options

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Continuous learning and development

Competitive salaries

Job summary

A leading satellite technology firm is seeking a Senior Wireless Network Design Engineer to optimize wireless networks for their LEO satellite constellation. This role involves leading frequency planning activities, conducting feasibility analyses, and acting as a technical leader in network design. Candidates must have a Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering and at least five years of experience in Radio Access Network engineering. A dynamic work environment with competitive compensation is offered, focusing on innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years experience in RAN engineering.
Proven leadership in technical analyses and design.
Strong system-level thinking and influence capabilities.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and optimization of wireless networks.
Define frequency planning to mitigate interference.
Conduct feasibility analyses for technical configurations.
Provide mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers.
Support system integration and field trials.

Skills

5G NR understanding

LTE knowledge

NB-IoT specifications

Radio Access Network (RAN) engineering

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Education

Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Atoll

NS-3

Job description

Overview

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place!

E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.

We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.

What you will do

As a Senior Wireless Network Design Engineer, you will lead the design, planning, and optimization of wireless networks supporting E-Space’s LEO satellite constellation. You will own critical aspects of radio access network (RAN) design, drive technical trade studies, and influence system-level architecture decisions. This role requires close collaboration with systems, orbital, and core network teams to ensure scalable, high-performance, end-to-end solutions. You will act as a technical leader within the network design domain, contributing to strategy, mentoring engineers, and helping define best practices for non-terrestrial 3GPP networks.

Network Planning, Design, and Optimization
Lead frequency planning activities to mitigate interference through advanced frequency reuse strategies
Own cell planning activities, including determination of cell center locations, cell density, bandwidth allocation, and service duration based on subscriber density, traffic models, and service requirements
Lead beam management design to create, optimize, and maintain planned cells on the ground
Define, monitor, and optimize key performance indicators (KPIs), accounting for dynamics unique to LEO satellite networks
Satellite and System-Level Coordination
Lead satellite scheduling strategies for the LEO constellation to optimally serve ground cells
Conduct and review feasibility analyses for multiple technical configurations, including frequency of operation, bandwidth, and cell size
Own link budget analyses for satellite-to-ground and ground-to-satellite links, including margin analysis and sensitivity studies
Work closely with Systems Engineers, Orbital Engineers, and Core Network teams to drive cohesive system architecture and trade-offs
Technical Leadership
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers
Contribute to the definition of network design methodologies, tools, and best practices
Support system integration, testing, and field trials with expert-level analysis and recommendations

Technical Requirements

3GPP Protocols
Deep understanding of 5G NR, LTE, and NB-IoT specifications, including non-terrestrial network (NTN) considerations
Radio Physics
Strong understanding of Doppler shift compensation and timing advance (TA) implementation for LEO satellite communications
Simulation Tools
Advanced experience with MATLAB, Atoll, and NS-3 for network modeling, simulation, and performance evaluation
Hardware
Strong familiarity with phased array antennas and beamforming techniques

What you bring to this role

Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Wireless Communications
5 years of experience in Radio Access Network (RAN) engineering is a must
Proven experience leading complex technical analyses and design efforts
Strong system-level thinking and the ability to influence cross-functional technical decisions
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Bonus Points

Experience with greenfield RAN deployments
Familiarity with orbital engineering fundamentals and satellite constellation concepts
Experience working with 3GPP Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN)

Compensation and sponsorship

This is a full time, exempt position, based out of our Saratoga office. The target base pay for this position is $150,000 - $200,000 annually. The total compensation packaged will be determined by various factors such as your relevant job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured and used—so we’re looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge and direct experience on LEO satellite component development, design and in-orbit activities. If that’s your experience – then we’ll be immediately wow-ed.

E-Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.

Why E-Space is right for you

As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.

We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That’s why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space: