Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior RF Payload Formulation Systems Engineer with a Secret Clearance to lead the development of advanced RF payload systems for satellite platforms. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerospace or defense RF systems, particularly in satellite payload development, and will work on innovative communication and radar applications
Job Summary
This role leads the formulation of advanced RF payload systems for next-generation satellite platforms supporting civil, national security, and commercial missions.
The engineer will develop critical technical assets including RF link budgets, performance analyses, and simulations for radar and communications systems.
Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive rewards package including company equity, top-tier medical coverage, and flexible spending accounts alongside competitive base salary.
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Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior RF Payload Formulation Systems Engineer with a Secret Clearance to lead the development of advanced RF payload systems for satellite platforms. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerospace or defense RF systems, particularly in satellite payload development, and will work on innovative communication and radar applications.
Salary
Base: Determined case-by-case; Bonus/Equity: Company equity included; Benefits: Top tier medical HMO/PPO, dental, vision, 401(k) match
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
RF link budgets and performance analyses
Payload requirements definition and verification
Satellite payload development experience
Space-based radar or communications systems
Payload-to-bus interface definition
Nice-to-have
Master's or PhD in electrical engineering
Active TS/SCI clearance eligibility
Phased array and reflector antenna design
5G Non-Terrestrial Networks standards knowledge
Digital signal processing for radar applications
Radiation effects mitigation strategies
Electronic protection and resilient architectures
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in electrical or aerospace engineering
5+ years (Level I) or 8+ years (Level II) in aerospace RF systems
Active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility
Work Rights
Must have active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility