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CesiumAstro

Principal RF Engineer I

CesiumAstro, El Segundo, California, United States, 90245

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To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

CesiumAstro is developing out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We offer a dynamic, cross-functional work environment with hands-on, autonomous projects. We are seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

Responsibilities

Lead RF hardware design tasks for RF circuits, modules, and systems through all development phases, including concept, requirements, architecture, part selection, detailed design, analysis, manufacturing, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support.

Design and layout board-level schematics and PCB for RF circuits; apply system-level concepts such as link budgets and modulation schemes; drive end-to-end RF product development.

Work on phased array communication systems including RF front ends, frequency converters and synthesizers, filters, beamformers, power dividers, and phased array antennas.

Prepare block diagrams, detailed schematics, PCB layouts/routing, simulations, and test designs; mentor others and potentially lead company programs.

Present engineering design review materials to customers and the executive team; participate in proposal-writing efforts; demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university; Master of Science (MS) desired.

Minimum of 9 years of industry experience in design and analysis of RF electronics and systems.

Expert-level proficiency in simulation tools such as CST and ADS, and EDA tools such as Altium.

Extensive hands-on experience with lab instruments including vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and oscilloscopes.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience

Python or other programming languages.

Aerospace electronics design, development, and qualification.

Worst-case circuit analysis, failure mode and criticality analyses, and reliability analysis.

Antenna design.

EMI/EMC design and mitigation techniques.

Salary:

$160,000 - $200,000 a year.

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the role and responsibilities, work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

Equal Opportunity Employment : CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note:

CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members outside our approved vendor list may be considered the property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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