RF Systems Engineer
RF Systems Engineer
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01-06-2025
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Yearly Salary
$ 135000 - 185000
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
01-06-2025
Job Description
Wanna join the adventure
As an RF Systems Engineer at Loft Orbital you will play a pivotal role in the integration of RF subsystems for our high-reliability satellite systems. You work with our RF team across campuses to collaboratively develop integrate and test sub-system and system-level solutions for our satellites. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring the success of our space mission.
About This Role:
- 1. System-Level RF Architecture & Design
- Contribute to the definition of end-to-end RF system architecture and requirements ensuring compatibility with mission constraints and performance goals.
- 2. End-to-end Performance Analysis
- Perform RF link budget analysis and system-level trade-offs to evaluate performance under various mission scenarios.
- 3. Requirements Engineering / Traceability
- Support requirements definition flow-down and traceability from mission-level needs to RF subsystem specifications.
- 4. EMC/EMI Knowledge
- Assist in identifying and mitigating potential EMC/EMI issues through design reviews and validation testing.
- 5. Test Campaign Support
- Support the execution of RF test campaigns with our AIT teams including test planning documentation and reporting of verification results.
- 6. Scripts Tools and Simulation
- Ability to develop scripts and low-level software for debugging and test purposes (proficiency in Python and C is a strong asset). Utilize modeling and simulation tools (e.g. MATLAB CST ADS) to validate designs and predict system performance.
- 7. Cross-functional Communication
- Act as a technical interface between RF software mechanical system Ground and AIT teams to ensure smooth integration and alignment with program objectives.
Must Haves:
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related field. Masters degree preferred.
- 5 years of experience in radio frequency subsystem integration.
- Proven experience in RF system integration debugging and performance analysis.
- Proficiency in link budget calculations and antenna simulations.
- Demonstrated autonomy in leading system and SW integration
- Knowledge of S-band and X-band frequency communications.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Nice to Haves:
- Experience in Signal Processing algorithms
Some of Our Awesome Benefits:
- 100% company-paid medical dental and vision insurance option for employees and dependents
- Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA
- 100% employer paid Life AD&D Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
- Flexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave and 12 paid holidays
- 401(k) plan and equity options
- Daily catered lunches and snacks
- International exposure to our team in France
- Fully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for primary caregiver and 10 weeks for secondary caregiver
- Carrot Fertility provides comprehensive inclusive fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits with financial support
- Off-sites and many social events and celebrations
- Relocation assistance when applicable
$135000 - $185000 a year
State law requires us to tell you the base compensation range for this role which is $135000- $185000 per year. This is determined by your education experience knowledge skills and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we evaluate individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly we are excited to meet you and see if you are a great fit for our team. What wecantquantify for you are the exciting challenges supportive team and amazing culture we enjoy.
*Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet an average of 60% of the criteria women and other marginalized people tend to only apply when they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Loft we value respectful debate and people who arent afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you dont check all the boxes.
Who We Are
Our standard interface enables us to fly multiple customer payloads on the same satellite with capabilities such as earth imagery weather & climate /science data collection IoT connectivity in-orbit demonstrations and national security missions. Our customers trust us to manage their space infrastructure so they can focus on what matters most to them: operating their mission and collecting their data.
At Loft youll be given the autonomy and ownership to solve significant challenges but with a close-knit and supportive team at your back. We believe that diversity and community are the foundation of an open culture. We are committed to hiring the best people regardless of background and make their time at Loft the most fulfilling period of their career.
We value kind supportive and team-oriented collaborators. It is also crucial for us that you are a problem solver and a great communicator. As our team is international you will need strong English skills to better collaborate easily communicate complex ideas and convey important messages.
With 4 satellites on-orbit and a wave of exciting missions launching soon we are scaling up quickly across our offices in San Francisco CA Golden CO and Toulouse France.
As an international company your resume will be reviewed by people across our offices so please attach a copy in English.
Employment Type
Full-Time
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