Senior Rf Engineer

BlackSky

Tukwila, WA, United States
Base: $135,000 to $155,000 py; bonus/equity: not s...
On-site
Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering
Five years of technical experience
Rf communications system design and analysis
BlackSky is seeking a Senior RF Engineer to join their communications engineering team in Tukwila, WA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in RF communications, satellite communication systems, and experience in a space operations environment

Job Summary

  • BlackSky is seeking a Senior RF Engineer to lead the design and testing of communication systems for their advanced space-based intelligence platform.
  • The role involves performing functional analyses, creating test setups for antenna and radio checkout, and interfacing with ground station providers to ensure system compatibility.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including 100% paid medical premiums, 15 days of PTO, and a salary range of $135,000 to $155,000 per year.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

BlackSky is seeking a Senior RF Engineer to join their communications engineering team in Tukwila, WA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in RF communications, satellite communication systems, and experience in a space operations environment.

Salary

Base: $135,000 to $155,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, 15 days PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering
  • Five years of technical experience
  • RF communications system design and analysis
  • RF link budget modeling and validation
  • Hands-on with RF test equipment
  • US Citizenship required

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with avionics installation and maintenance
  • Knowledge of radiation effects on electronics
  • Familiarity with Jama or DOORS database tools
  • Experience with CCSDS standards and AES/GCM encryption
  • Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW
  • Understanding of DVB-S2/S2X protocols

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering
  • Minimum 5 years of technical experience
  • Must be a US Citizen

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter