General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Satellite RF Systems Engineer

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $110K — $130K *
Englewood, CO 80112In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in engineering or a related field; progressive experience required (6+ years with a bachelor's, 4+ with a master's, or 2+ with a PhD).
  • Experience creating RF/Communication Control Plans, Test Procedures, Test Plans, and Test Reports.
  • Hands-on experience with satellite flight hardware testing and troubleshooting electronic systems.
  • Knowledge of small satellite design preferred.
  • Familiarity with FCC regulations regarding satellite systems.
  • Expertise in S-band, X-band, Ka-band systems is essential, other bands are a plus.
  • Understanding EMC/EMI analysis and design considerations.

Responsibilities

  • Support mission and operational concept development for satellite systems across all phases.
  • Act as a technical subject matter expert (SME) in RF/Communication, mentoring junior engineers.
  • Collaborate with customers and suppliers to define RF subsystem requirements for both space and ground.
  • Participate in customer programmatic reviews, including System Requirements and Critical Design Reviews.
  • Oversee the design, development, and testing of satellite RF subsystems and may include custom builds.
  • Engage in system-level design activities through all project phases.
  • Conduct testing and fault diagnosis on systems, ensuring proper documentation and test procedure generation.

Benefits

  • Diversity and inclusion initiatives promoted within the workplace.
  • Opportunity for career advancement and professional development.
  • Flexible working conditions may be offered.
  • Engagement with cutting-edge satellite technology and engineering challenges.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Satellite RF Systems Engineer working on satellite systems to join our team located in Englewood, CO.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Support mission, system and operational concept development for satellite missions, encompassing space, ground and operational aspects.
  • Function as a technical SME in the RF/Communication group, functioning as a mentor to junior level RF engineers.
  • Work with customers and suppliers, internal and external, to develop and define RF subsystem (space and ground) requirements.
  • Support all phases of customer programmatic reviews including: System Requirements Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review, Pre-Ship Review.
  • Oversee and perform as required the detailed design, development, analysis, production, and test of satellite RF subsystems for both product development and flight program execution. This may include the design and build of custom RF subsystems.
  • Actively participate in system level design of satellite systems across all project phases, through subsystem architectural design and hardware development.
  • Apply system engineering principles to the selection of RF subsystems as part of satellite concept and design development.
  • Perform testing and fault diagnosis of equipment, subsystems and systems, including record-keeping and the generation of documentation and test plans, procedures and results.
  • Ensure an accurate and up-to-date document set for RF products.
  • Apply technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve engineering problems.
  • Prepare technical responses to bids, presentation materials and reports, for a variety of applications and customers.
  • Support and actively participate in customer and supplier meetings and presentations at all project stages.
  • Liaise with customer and supplier staff, and staff from other parts of GA.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Knowledge of writing RF/Communication Control Plans, Test Procedures, Test Plans and Test Reports.
  • Previous experience handling and testing satellite flight hardware, including a demonstrated ability to test and troubleshoot electronic systems.
  • Understanding of small satellite design and practices desired.
  • Familiarity with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations for satellite systems (space and ground).
  • Knowledge of S-band, X-band and Ka-band systems and designs essential; other bands highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of EMC/EMI analysis and design considerations.
  • Familiarity with all aspects of the satellite system life cycle, including spacecraft level environmental testing, launch, and operations.
  • Understanding of clean room compliance and safe working practices.
  • Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately and organize work assignments to meet established timetables.
  • Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DoD TS/SCI clearance is required.

About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading designer and manufacturer of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company is headquartered in Poway, California, and has additional offices and facilities around the world.
Learn more about General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1955
* Ladders Estimates

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