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Astranis Space Technologies

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Engineering
  • $150K - $205K
  • San Francisco
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need 6+ years of RF design experience, BS in EE or related field, passion for hardware dev, RF simulation tools knowledge, and proven product completion from concept to production. Experience in satellites, antennas, and SDR is a bonus. Python proficiency is a plus.
  • You will design, implement, and integrate RF sub-systems, work on spacecraft hardware designs, procure vendor hardware, and assist in team growth at Astranis Space Technologies.

Requirements

  • BS in electrical engineering, physics, applied physics, or equivalent
  • Passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development
  • 6+ years of experience
  • Deep knowledge of fundamental RF concepts, such as RF circuit analysis, amplifier design, noise, linearity, radio architectures, etc
  • Hands-on experience in designing, building, and testing RF hardware for microwave frequencies
  • Proven completion of product from concept to production.
  • Experience with RF simulation tools (ADS, Cadence, HFSS, etc)
  • Experience with PCB design, layout and simulation (Altium or similar)
  • Bonus:
  • MS or PhD in electrical engineering, physics, applied physics, or equivalent
  • Experience with system in package (SiP), multi-chip modules (MCM), packaged RF hybrids, etc
  • Experience developing communications satellite payloads
  • Experience designing SSPAs or implementing SSPA-based phased arrays
  • Experience with designing high reliability electronics for harsh environments such as space or automotive
  • Antennas and Electromagnetics propagation knowledge and background
  • Experience with Software Defined Radios and associated skillset (mixed signal, high speed digital)
  • Familiarity with Python or other scripting languages used for automating test instruments

Responsibilities

  • Design, simulate, implement, and measure active and passive RF sub-systems at microwave frequencies, including; SSPAs, LNAs, power amplifiers, up/down converters, oscillators, filters, etc.
  • Be responsible for hardware designs from requirements definition through manufacturing, bring-up, and qualification testing
  • Integrate these systems into the spacecraft by working closely with the rest of the team
  • Specify, procure, and integrate third party vendor hardware
  • Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly-growing team

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Senior RF Design Engineer?

The main responsibilities of a Senior RF Design Engineer include designing, qualifying, and procuring active RF electronics in satellite payloads, such as frequency converters, SSPAs, LNAs, and PLLs. Additionally, they work closely with other engineers to meet overall system requirements in their designs.

What skills and qualifications are required for a Senior RF Design Engineer position?

A Senior RF Design Engineer should have a strong background in RF design, as well as experience with active RF electronics. They should also have a degree in electrical engineering or a related field, and experience working with satellite payloads. Strong communication and collaboration skills are also important for this role.

How does a Senior RF Design Engineer collaborate with other engineers?

A Senior RF Design Engineer will work closely with mechanical, payload systems, electrical, and software engineers to ensure that their RF designs meet overall system requirements. This collaboration is essential for the successful integration of RF electronics into satellite payloads.

Astranis Space Technologies

Small, low-cost communications satellites, in higher orbits.

201-500
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Astranis is building small, low-cost telecommunications satellites. Our mission is to help get online the 4 billion people who are without internet access.