Space Radar Engineer I

Telemetry Today LLC

Long Beach (CA)

On-site

USD 88,000 - 132,000

Full time

39 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Stock purchase program

Industry-leading medical plans (HMO, P

Dental and vision coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

EV charging subsidies

Onsite fitness centers

Discounts on merch

Job summary

Rocket Lab, a leading space company, is hiring an RF Radar Engineer I based in Long Beach, CA. You will develop radar/subsystem components and perform analysis and testing for space-based radar applications, including SAR.

The role requires foundational radar knowledge, orbital mechanics understanding, and the ability to obtain security clearances. Competitive compensation and stock-based incentives accompany a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical or aerospace engineering, physics, or related field.
Foundational knowledge of radar systems and basic signal processing concepts.
Exposure to SAR systems, space-based radar, or remote sensing.
Basic understanding of orbital mechanics (LEO/MEO/GEO), ground tracks, coverage.
Foundational awareness of spacecraft subsystems interacting with payloads.
Basic understanding of RF systems including link budgets, amplifiers, receivers.
Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, or similar tools for analysis and simulation.
U.S. citizenship required for program eligibility.
Ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

Develop space-based radar architectures and prototypes.
Conduct radar link budget analyses and performance modeling with orbital params.
Run radar system simulations in MATLAB, Python, or specialized tools.
Support radar design trades for waveforms, timing, PRF and RF components.
Perform radar calculations (range/Doppler, SNR, coverage).
Assist mission analysis including ground track visualization and revisit analysis.
Develop test plans and procedures for radar payload testing.
Support radar calibration and image quality assessments.
Create technical documentation (test reports, ICDs).
Learn spacecraft integration considerations (power, thermal, data handling).
Support radar waveform design for space-based missions.
Participate in hands-on radar testing (EIRP, imaging tests).
Assist RF component testing and space-qualification characterization.