Kymeta Corporation

Senior RF Electrical Engineer

Kymeta Corporation$120K — $200K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BSEE required; MSEE preferred.
  • 12+ years experience with a BSEE, or 10+ years with an MSEE.
  • Expertise in multi-gigahertz RF and digital communications systems.
  • Hands-on experience with electronic test equipment such as spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes.
  • Experience in satellite communications, telecommunications, or consumer electronics preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Design, analyze, and debug electronic systems to meet performance and cost targets.
  • Create design specifications for electronic components and systems.
  • Generate detailed schematic design documents for layout purposes.
  • Develop test and assembly fixtures for RF and electronic components.
  • Conduct initial verification and testing of electronic assemblies.
  • Lead internal projects and mentor less experienced engineers.
  • Oversee PCB design and FPGA implementation.

Benefits

  • Choice of two competitive medical plans.
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts available.
  • Coverage for vision and dental.
  • Life and AD&D insurance provided.
  • 401k plan with employer contributions.
  • Flexible PTO for exempt employees and structured PTO for nonexempt employees.
Full Job Description
Description

Senior RF Electrical Engineer

What We Need

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior RF Electrical Engineer with a BSEE and 12+ years of relevant experience, or an MSEE with 10+ years of experience, focused on the design and development of advanced high-speed electronic systems. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in multi-gigahertz RF and digital communications systems, along with a proven track record of successfully transitioning R&D concepts into production-ready products. Strong hands-on experience with electronic test equipment-including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, power meters, and signal generators-is required to support design verification and troubleshooting activities. Candidates should also be proficient with CAD tools for schematic capture, circuit simulation, and high-speed signal integrity analysis. Experience within the satellite communications, telecommunications, or consumer electronics industries is strongly preferred.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

  • Design, analyze & debug electronic components, assemblies and systems to meet performance, functional and cost goals as required.


  • Create design specifications for electronic and/or electromechanical mechanical components, assemblies and systems as required.


  • Create and provide detailed schematic design documents and information for placement and layout.


  • Develop test and assembly fixtures and procedures for RF, electronic and mechanical components, assemblies and systems as required.


  • Perform initial board bring up, verification and test of electronic assemblies and systems.


  • Serve as a lead electrical engineer on internal programs or projects. Provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers on daily engineering tasks.


  • Oversee PCB design, FPGA implementation and lab prototypes.


  • Assist in customer related technical problems and training when necessary.


  • Train engineering & production staff on assembly, test and design procedures as required.


  • Work closely with outside part and service vendors to facilitate planning, design, development, and formal test of systems in a fast-paced environment.


SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Experience designing or working with satellite RF/digital communication systems, especially modems, RF circuits, ruggedized oscillators and GNSS systems is required.


  • Requisite experience in analog/RF/digital electronic circuit and systems design in a product development environment.


  • Experience with board level RF and high-speed mixed signal control systems design and integration.


  • Knowledge of discrete signal sampling theory, ADCs, DACs, digital filters and other DSP theories.


  • Proficiency in MATLABsimulation, modeling and test benches are desirable.


  • Troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience in a dynamic, fast paced environment.


  • Extensive experience with system integration and testing of RF and analog hardware designs.


  • Experience leading a project or small, cross-functional team of engineers with proven results.


  • Experience with circuit design to meet automotive, FCC part 15, UL safety compliance, and additional government certifications.


  • Experience with creating and implementing make/buy strategies and supplier engagement for contract manufacturing is desirable.


  • Hands-on experience with customer training and engagement is desirable.


  • Additional experience in embedded and wireless communication systems is highly desirable.


  • Experience creating products or designs for regulated industries such as commercial aviation, automobile or government is desirable.


EDUCATION

  • BSEE (or equivalent) required, MSEE preferred


COMPENSATION

Kymeta is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In the spirit of pay transparency, we have determined the salary range for this position to be $120,000 - $200,000. This is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would be atypical, in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. Compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and geography. The total compensation package for this position includes an annual target bonus of 10%, stock options, and benefits listed below. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.

BENEFITS

We offer a competitive benefits package which includes:

Medical Plans: A choice between two competitive options

  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts


Vision & Dental

Life/AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

401k

Paid Time Off

  • Exempt employees: Flexible PTO and 12 paid holidays per year


  • Nonexempt employees: 15 vacation days, 7 sick days and 12 paid holidays per year

About Kymeta Corporation

Kymeta Corporation is a Redmond, Washington-based satellite communications company founded in 2012. The company develops and manufactures flat-panel satellite antennas and terminals for use in mobile and fixed satellite communications. Kymeta's technology uses metamaterials to electronically steer and track satellite signals, enabling high-speed broadband connectivity on the move. The company has partnerships with satellite operators including Intelsat and Inmarsat, and has raised over $200 million in funding from investors including Bill Gates, Lux Capital, and Osage University Partners.
Learn more about Kymeta Corporation
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200 employees
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Founded
2012

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