RF Signal Processing Specialist-Geospatial
Muon SpaceSalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, Space TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- BSEE Required
- Experience with RF Systems for space
- Experience designing RF Hardware
- Experience in development and delivery of space RF/digital processing systems and RF payloads, including analysis and test
- Understanding of RF communications terminology and concepts needed to design a RF system from the antenna to the digital payload and back
- Experience in analog to digital and digital to analog conversion
- Experience analyzing antenna designs and performance parameters
- Experience with RF analysis using tools including (but not limited to) AWR Microwave Office, AWR VSS, HFSS and Matlab
- Experience with high speed clocking solutions for RF components
- Understanding of DSP and modulation concepts
- Design experience of satellite RF communication system components (plus)
- Experience with high profile briefings to internal executives and customers
- Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams (hardware/software) to produce advanced RF payloads and/or digital systems
- Proven ability to develop and analyze technical requirements, perform trade studies, conduct major design reviews (e.g. PDR and/or CDR)
- Experience with proposal development, technical and cost submissions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, management, and peers
- Hands-on hardware experience with flight hardware
- Knowledge of RF test and measurement
- Excellent Microsoft office skills
- Experience working with RF/Digital processors and software defined radios, including understanding of basic DSP waveforms
- Experience designing with high speed ADCs and DACs
- Experience in designing using microstrip, stripline and lumped element components
- Experience architecting entire RF/Microwave systems and performing trade studies to optimize various aspects of the RF system
- Experience designing high-speed clocking chains
- Experience with full RF system level link budget and RF system budget analysis
- Understanding of RF and communication parameters including, but not limited to, SNR, SINAD, SFDR, ENOB, IMD3, NPR, Noise Figure, Return Loss, Insertion Loss and S-Parameters
- Proficient in RF circuit design software (AWR Microwave Office preferred)
- Proficient in schematic capture (Mentor Graphics tools preferred)
- Ability to work with the board layout group to develop PCBs
- Experience creating all necessary engineering documentation (design documentation, lab procedures), performing circuit analysis related to RF/Microwave circuits and using all methods of lab measurements
Responsibilities
- Architect RF payload system concepts involving integration of RF/Digital Processors with typical satellite RF chain elements (including but not limited to) oscillators, frequency converters, filters, power amplifiers and antennas
- Manage requirements for proposals and designs at the system level and/or the module level
- Bring new and creative solutions to the table
- Contribute to, lead and/or document a technical proposal effort
- Support hands-on efforts in the lab from prototype through flight and system integration
- Interface with subject matter experts and providers of various subsystem products and technologies including technical coordination of subcontractors
- Able to multiplex between multiple assignments, each of which is in various degrees of completion
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this position remote or on-site?
This is an on-site position.
What salary or compensation does this role offer?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What key skills and experience are required for the Senior RF Engineer role?
Required skills include experience with RF systems for space, designing RF hardware, high-speed ADCs and DACs, RF/microwave systems architecture, proficiency in RF circuit design software like AWR Microwave Office, and schematic capture with Mentor Graphics tools.
What is the company culture like at SEAKR Engineering?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What makes a strong candidate for this Senior RF Engineer position?
A strong candidate will have a BSEE, experience developing space RF/digital processing systems and payloads, skills in RF system analysis including link budgets and trade studies, hands-on lab experience, and the ability to lead technical proposals and manage requirements.
SEAKR Engineering
Develops advanced electronics for space applications
About SEAKR Engineering
SEAKR Engineering develops advanced electronics for space applications, focusing on avionics and integrated command and control systems for satellites. Their systems optimize the management of spacecraft subsystems and payloads, ensuring efficiency in size, weight, and power. Unlike competitors, SEAKR's vertically integrated model involves employees in every stage of development, from design to delivery. The company's goal is to provide high-quality, cost-effective solutions while maintaining a commitment to innovation and employee well-being.
Englewood, ColoradoHeadquarters
1983Year Founded
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
AerospaceIndustries
201-500Employees