Principal RF Communications Engineer
Comtech AeroAstro is a leader in satellite systems, components and advanced communications technologies. Our spacecraft and components incorporate modular architectures and plug-n-play technologies in an efficient, agile and highly responsive design and integration environment.
We are currently seeking an experienced Principal RF Communications Engineer.
Specific Job Description: The Principal RF Communications Engineer is responsible for the spacecraft communication system design, simulation and analysis, developing link budgets, supplier oversight, integration and test, and on-orbit operations and checkout of the Communications Systems. The Communications Engineer will be responsible for presenting the design at major reviews with customers and filing the necessary regulatory paperwork, which includes ITU and NTIA compliance. The candidate should also be familiar with U.S. Government rules for handling COMSEC equipment and have experience in maintaining COMSEC materials.
Principal RF Communications Engineer Requirements:
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Must be eligible to obtain a Government security clearance.
- BS in Electrical, Systems, or Aerospace Engineering with a minimum of 7 years experience directly relevant in communications.
- Design experience of spacecraft TT&C communication systems is required.
- Previous RF space-ground link budget and margin analysis experience.
- Communication system requirements definition, ICDs, configuration and risk management knowledge is required.
- Communication component procurement experience of hardware including S-band transponders, transmitters (various bands), diplexers, antennae commonly used on spacecraft in various orbits.
- Experience performing integration and test communications and test equipment in a spacecraft integration environment.
- Experience handling COMSEC equipment and knowledge of COMSEC requirements.
- Design leadership skills preferred.
- S-band transceiver/X-band transmitter/GPS design experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of spacecraft TT&C ground system operation and EVM experience desirable.
The hiring for this position is contingent upon the successful awarding on new contracts.
Comtech AeroAstro, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits program including 401(k), Stock Purchase Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life Insurance, Educational Assistance, PTO, and a flexible work schedule.
Come work for an organization that is committed to improving space technologies and changing the way space is done.
Send resume and salary requirement to jobs@aeroastro.com
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