Space RF Communications Engineer

Barrios; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrios Technology in Houston, TX seeks a Wireless Communications Engineer to join our NASA-focused team. You will design RF communication links for space programs, review CCSDS-based protocols, and perform link budgets using analytical and simulation tools to ensure mission success.

The ideal candidate holds a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years of RF experience, and strong communication skills. U.S. citizenship is required; security investigations apply.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering from an accredited school, plus 10 years of experience.
• RF communications coursework such as digital communications, DSP, microwaves, satellite comms.
• Strong analytical skills in RF communications.
• Knowledge of digital modulation, demodulation, encoding/decoding, spread spectrum and data handling.
• Excellent communication and ability to work in a team environment.
• U.S. Citizenship or permanent resident and ability to undergo security investigations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as RF Communications Systems Engineer for ISS, Orion, Moon Base and Exploration programs.
• Review Link and network layer protocols based on CCSDS recommendations.
• Determine RF link performance and create link budgets using analyses and simulations.
• Participate in SRR, Preliminary & Critical Design Reviews and technical meetings.
• Perform RF interference analysis, Power Flux Density and spectral analyses using MATLAB/Simulink/Excel.
• Review IRD, VRs, ICDs and component-level requirements (transceivers, transponders, baseband).
• Assist NASA RF subsystem manager with reviews and meetings; act as technical POC.
• Represent JSC and interface with other NASA centers and partners.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

RF communications

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

C/C++

Python

Job description

Barrios Technology in Houston, TX seeks a Wireless Communications Engineer to join our NASA-focused team. You will design RF communication links for space programs, review CCSDS-based protocols, and perform link budgets using analytical and simulation tools to ensure mission success.

The ideal candidate holds a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years of RF experience, and strong communication skills. U.S. citizenship is required; security investigations apply.