Quantum Space
Electrical Engineer – Communications
Quantum Space, Hawthorne, California, United States, 90250
Position: Electrical Engineer – Communications – Quantum Space — Location: Hawthorne, California — Commitment: Full‑time
Who We're Looking For Quantum Space is developing high‑agility spacecraft platforms to deliver rapid, reliable services in cislunar and GEO environments. We are seeking a highly capable Electrical Engineer – Communications to lead and support the architecture, procurement, and integration of RF communications systems for our next‑generation missions.
Where You'll Make an Impact You’ll be responsible for designing, analyzing, and validating end‑to‑end communication systems—supporting both flight and ground implementations. This role is highly cross‑functional, touching spacecraft design, ground segment operations, AI & T, and regulatory coordination.
Architect, implement, and test RF communications subsystems for Quantum's spacecraft
Perform RF system‑level analysis including link budgets, signal distortion, capacity, reliability, and performance evaluations
Manage communications component suppliers and subcontractors—including requirements flow‑down, delivery tracking, technical reviews, and non‑conformance resolution
Author subsystem‑level requirements and validate compliance through analysis, test, and inspection
Develop communications ground support equipment (GSE) to support spacecraft AI & T efforts
Participate in communications subsystem integration during AI & T
Support FCC licensing efforts and assist in preparing regulatory documentation
Develop MATLAB‑based tools to support internal RF analyses and simulation
Collaborate with spacecraft systems, avionics, and electrical teams to ensure comms system compatibility and integration
Support major design and readiness reviews (e.g., PDR, CDR, TRR, MRR)
What It Takes
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline (M.S. preferred)
5+ years of experience supporting communications system development for spaceflight missions
Proven track record of designing, analyzing, and integrating spacecraft RF communication systems
Experience authoring subsystem requirements and validating through structured methods (analysis, test, inspection)
Familiarity with RF link budget development, modulation techniques, distortion sources, and overall system performance evaluation
Experience managing vendors for flight RF hardware and associated documentation
Hands‑on experience developing and operating comms‑related GSE
Proficiency with MATLAB for simulation, modeling, and tool development
Strong cross‑functional awareness and systems‑level thinking
Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, iterative environment where priorities shift quickly
Nice‑to‑Have Experience
Strong background in core EE fundamentals (analog/digital circuits, power, grounding, etc.)
Experience with spacecraft data buses and interfaces (RS422/RS485, SpaceWire, Ethernet, SERDES, LVDS, CAN, Discrete IO, Cameralink)
Experience working with optical communication systems
Experience working within cleanroom and ESD‑controlled environments around flight hardware
Familiarity with avionics system architecture, electrical power system (EPS) architecture, and spacecraft power modeling
Hands‑on experience with ECAD tools like OrCAD or Altium for schematic capture, layout, and parts library management
Experience with circuit simulation tools (e.g., LTSpice, PSpice)
Fluency in Python or other scripting languages
Knowledge of code verification and validation methodologies
Experience with FPGA‑based systems and HDL programming (VHDL, Verilog)
Prior team or project management experience
Certifications: NASA‑STD‑8739.4, IPC‑620, J‑STD‑001, IPC‑7711/7721
What You'll Get
Ownership – Drive the communication system architecture that enables in‑space autonomy and reliability
Innovation – Design end‑to‑end comms solutions for fast‑moving missions and novel applications
Impact – Contribute to communications systems that connect and control Quantum’s fleet
Growth – Collaborate with a high‑performing team and take on new technical leadership opportunities
Compensation – Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, HSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing
Additional Requirements To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Apply now. Join us in building the communications systems that power the future of spacecraft operations.
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Who We're Looking For Quantum Space is developing high‑agility spacecraft platforms to deliver rapid, reliable services in cislunar and GEO environments. We are seeking a highly capable Electrical Engineer – Communications to lead and support the architecture, procurement, and integration of RF communications systems for our next‑generation missions.
Where You'll Make an Impact You’ll be responsible for designing, analyzing, and validating end‑to‑end communication systems—supporting both flight and ground implementations. This role is highly cross‑functional, touching spacecraft design, ground segment operations, AI & T, and regulatory coordination.
Architect, implement, and test RF communications subsystems for Quantum's spacecraft
Perform RF system‑level analysis including link budgets, signal distortion, capacity, reliability, and performance evaluations
Manage communications component suppliers and subcontractors—including requirements flow‑down, delivery tracking, technical reviews, and non‑conformance resolution
Author subsystem‑level requirements and validate compliance through analysis, test, and inspection
Develop communications ground support equipment (GSE) to support spacecraft AI & T efforts
Participate in communications subsystem integration during AI & T
Support FCC licensing efforts and assist in preparing regulatory documentation
Develop MATLAB‑based tools to support internal RF analyses and simulation
Collaborate with spacecraft systems, avionics, and electrical teams to ensure comms system compatibility and integration
Support major design and readiness reviews (e.g., PDR, CDR, TRR, MRR)
What It Takes
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline (M.S. preferred)
5+ years of experience supporting communications system development for spaceflight missions
Proven track record of designing, analyzing, and integrating spacecraft RF communication systems
Experience authoring subsystem requirements and validating through structured methods (analysis, test, inspection)
Familiarity with RF link budget development, modulation techniques, distortion sources, and overall system performance evaluation
Experience managing vendors for flight RF hardware and associated documentation
Hands‑on experience developing and operating comms‑related GSE
Proficiency with MATLAB for simulation, modeling, and tool development
Strong cross‑functional awareness and systems‑level thinking
Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, iterative environment where priorities shift quickly
Nice‑to‑Have Experience
Strong background in core EE fundamentals (analog/digital circuits, power, grounding, etc.)
Experience with spacecraft data buses and interfaces (RS422/RS485, SpaceWire, Ethernet, SERDES, LVDS, CAN, Discrete IO, Cameralink)
Experience working with optical communication systems
Experience working within cleanroom and ESD‑controlled environments around flight hardware
Familiarity with avionics system architecture, electrical power system (EPS) architecture, and spacecraft power modeling
Hands‑on experience with ECAD tools like OrCAD or Altium for schematic capture, layout, and parts library management
Experience with circuit simulation tools (e.g., LTSpice, PSpice)
Fluency in Python or other scripting languages
Knowledge of code verification and validation methodologies
Experience with FPGA‑based systems and HDL programming (VHDL, Verilog)
Prior team or project management experience
Certifications: NASA‑STD‑8739.4, IPC‑620, J‑STD‑001, IPC‑7711/7721
What You'll Get
Ownership – Drive the communication system architecture that enables in‑space autonomy and reliability
Innovation – Design end‑to‑end comms solutions for fast‑moving missions and novel applications
Impact – Contribute to communications systems that connect and control Quantum’s fleet
Growth – Collaborate with a high‑performing team and take on new technical leadership opportunities
Compensation – Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, HSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing
Additional Requirements To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Apply now. Join us in building the communications systems that power the future of spacecraft operations.
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