Comms Avionics Lead Engineer at E-Space

Saratoga, California, United States

E-Space Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, Satellite Communications, Space TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
  • 5+ years in RF over-the-air Comms system design including link budget engineering
  • 15+ years of experience in RF electrical circuit design, analysis, simulation, PCB implementation and testing
  • Proficiency with antenna design
  • Design proficiency with LNAs, PAs, filtering, mixers, signal modulation, etc
  • Proficiency with schematic capture and PCB layout
  • Proficiency performing circuit and signal analysis in HFSS, ADS, and SPICE
  • Proficiency with digital processing systems including FPGAs, SoCs, memory, and high-speed comms interfaces
  • Proficiency with electronic lab equipment such as VNAs, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, power supplies, soldering iron, etc
  • Demonstrated success working in a dynamic environment
  • Based in Saratoga, CA office (full-time, exempt position)

Responsibilities

  • Own the satellite Comms subsystem electronics implementation from requirements to flight spanning RF, mixed signal electronics, and firmware interface domains
  • Develop Comms electronics subsystem requirements, block diagrams, analyses, and flow down requirements to unit levels in collaboration with other engineering disciplines
  • Guide the implementation of Comms unit level electronics, antennas, and interconnect according to subsystem and satellite requirements and con-ops
  • Lead the Comms subsystem hardware integration testing and qualification
  • Perform system level trade studies, simulations, and analyses for signal characterization, performance metrics, SWaP, etc
  • Lead design reviews for multi-disciplinary audiences
  • Support flight operations and end-to-end OTA comms testing

Skills

RF Design
RF Communications
Mixed Signal Electronics
Firmware
Antennas
Hardware Integration
Testing
Qualification
Trade Studies
Simulations
SWaP Analysis

E-Space

Deploys satellite systems for data insights

About E-Space

E-Space focuses on deploying small, easy-to-install devices that can be tracked and connected globally. Their main product, the E-Space LEO platform, utilizes Artificial Intelligence to enhance data transmission from these devices, providing insights and automation that improve upon traditional IoT capabilities. E-Space differentiates itself by redesigning spacecraft and satellite systems to lower costs, making space technology more accessible to a wide range of clients, including governments and businesses. The company is dedicated to sustainable practices and aims to lead in the development of environmentally friendly satellite constellations, using the data from their systems to inform decisions that protect the planet. Their revenue model is based on selling satellite systems and the data services derived from them.

Toulouse, FranceHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$48.6MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Social Impact, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive salaries
Continuous learning and development
Health and wellness care options
Financial solutions for the future
Optional legal services
Paid holidays
Paid time off

Risks

European startups in space tech pose competition, challenging E-Space's market position.
Integration of 5G NTN source code may lead to intellectual property disputes.
Expansion into Bahrain may face regulatory hurdles impacting satellite IoT service deployment.

Differentiation

E-Space offers a sustainable LEO satellite network for real-time communications and IoT services.
Their AIoT platform optimizes data for actionable insights, surpassing traditional IoT capabilities.
E-Space's redesign of satellite systems significantly reduces costs, making space tech more accessible.

Upsides

Integration of 5G NTN tech enhances E-Space's satellite payloads and connectivity solutions.
Partnership with Beyon aligns with Bahrain's Vision 2030, opening Middle East markets.
Expansion into Arlington aligns with economic incentives, enhancing U.S. operational base.

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