Satellite Communication Payload Avionics EngineerYou are responsible for the design and development of the satellite communication payload avionics of the Meridian Space constellation. This includes radio systems, antenna signal interfaces, waveguide design, and antenna and radio control systems. As part of a small team tackling ambitious challenges, you'll take full ownership of the end-to-end success of your hardware in orbit - driving every aspect of development, from design to fully-integrated, space-ready systems.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Designing and developing communication payload avionics systems, including RF front-ends, transceivers, modems, and antenna interfacesDeveloping and reviewing hardware schematics, PCB layouts, and embedded control architectures for communication electronicsLeading integration, testing, and qualification of payload avionics at subsystem and system levels (EMC, vibration, thermal, etc.)Participating in failure analysis, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement of communication hardware designsPerforming link budget analysis, system modeling, and simulation for space-to-ground and inter-satellite communication linksBasic Qualifications:Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or related fieldMinimum of 4 years of broad experience doing RF/Analog circuit design and board layout using the relevant toolsGeneral electrical hardware design experience (Power, DC, digital design)Experience modeling, designing, and testing radio subsystems, preferably for satellite payloads and at a system levelProficiency in hardware design tools (Altium Designer, Cadence, or equivalent)Experience using HFSS, CST, or similar RF simulation toolsAbility to perform bench-level analog/power bring-up and troubleshooting using analog and digital test equipment like spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and vector signal generatorsStrong understanding of modulation schemes, RF architectures, and signal integrity principlesStrong verbal and written communication skillsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with RF component characterizationExperience with LEO/MEO/GEO satellite communication payloadsUnderstanding of radiation effects and mitigation techniques in space environmentsExperience designing, manufacturing, and testing space flight hardwareAntenna or satellite system design experienceExpertise in automating test equipmentExperience using analytical methods for signal integrity analysis