Principal RF Payload Engineer

Description

The RF Payload Engineer will support advanced space systems with a focus on RF payload development, integration, and production testing. This role contributes to the development, verification, and sustainment of RF payload hardware for space-based intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), and communications missions.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Lead and execute RF payload development including architecture definition, component selection, and subsystem integration.

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  Develop and implement production-level RF payload testing including functional, performance, and environmental test plans.

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  Perform RF link analysis, payload signal chain validation, and troubleshooting at system and component levels.

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  Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on payload interfaces and mission requirements.

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  Support hardware manufacturing readiness, test procedure development, and flight certification processes.

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  Generate engineering documentation, test reports, technical briefings, and configuration-controlled artifacts.

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  Participate in design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and customer working groups.

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  Provide technical insight during vendor management and risk assessments.

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Qualifications

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  Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience.

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  8–12+ years of experience in RF payloads, RF systems, or radar payload development.

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  Expertise in RF hardware design, payload architectures, and test methodologies.

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  Experience with RF test equipment including VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators.

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  Must have a TS/SCI, and be willing to obtain a poly.

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Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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