Principal Rf Engineer (starshield)

SpaceX

Hawthorne, CA, United States
Base: $200,000.00 - $285,000.00 py; bonus/equity: ...
On-site
8+ years of rf engineering experience
Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering
Proficiency with hfss cst ads matlab tools
The role involves driving program-level decisions on RF system designs for Starshield to support US National Security efforts

Job Summary

  • The role involves driving program-level decisions on RF system designs for Starshield to support US National Security efforts.
  • Candidates will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and validate RF capabilities for proliferated communications and remote sensing in low earth orbit.
  • Compensation includes a base salary range of $200,000 to $285,000 per year plus potential stock incentives and a clearance differential.

Matching Summary

The role involves driving program-level decisions on RF system designs for Starshield to support US National Security efforts.

Salary

Base: $200,000.00 - $285,000.00 per year; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for long-term incentives, stock options, and discretionary bonuses; Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, 401(k), paid parental leave, and up to 3 weeks vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years of RF engineering experience
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering
  • Proficiency with HFSS CST ADS MATLAB tools
  • Experience with VNA spectrum analyzer test equipment
  • Link budget creation and analysis skills

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in microwave RF engineering
  • Modeling RF channel impairments like multipath
  • Experience with software defined radios GNU Radio
  • Background in radio astronomy SIGINT ELINT radar
  • Ability to obtain Top Secret SCI clearance

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer or electrical engineering
  • 8+ years of professional RF engineering experience
  • Must be eligible for ITAR compliance requirements
  • Active Top Secret SCI clearance preferred

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

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