RF Engineer, Sr

Littleton, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 106889 - 153000

Posted on: 19-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Redwire is accelerating humanitys expansion into space by delivering reliable economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations.

Where dreams and reality collide and the output is out of this world. At Redwire Space we are a team of dreamers and doers. Where the impossible becomes possible and every day is an opportunity to learn and get one step closer to knowing the unknown. Join us on our mission to expand humanitys presence in space.

Summary

Redwire Space Missions LLC has a current opportunity for anRF Engineer Srlocated at our facility inLittleton CO.In this role you will have technical ownership of RF products and subsystems across the program lifecycle in support of Space Missions programs. This role includes defining RF subsystem architectures specifications and interfaces; performing analysis and verification; and leading end-to-end functional testing and performance demonstrations. You will collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams (systems electrical mechanical software and I&T) to deliver robust RF solutions for space applications.

Youll be part of a growing and dynamic Engineering organization. If this sounds like what youve been searching for then dont hesitate to apply!

Responsibilities

Own RF subsystem design and development from concept through qualification delivery and operations.
Define RF architectures specifications interfaces and integration approaches for spacecraft and payloads.
Perform RF link analysis system-level trades and performance modeling to ensure mission requirements are met.
Lead and support hardware development procurement and testing of RF equipment (amplifiers oscillators frequency converters antennas transceivers etc.).
Lead end-to-end functional testing and performance demonstrations verification and validation.
Support environmental and performance testing including EMI/EMC thermal vacuum and vibration.
Provide technical oversight for suppliers and partners delivering RF hardware.
Prepare and submit FCC 1494 forms and other regulatory filings as required.
Generate technical documentation including design descriptions test procedures test reports and verification matrices.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing across the engineering organization.

Ideal Experience

Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or related field with 5 or more years of experience in RF engineering for aerospace or defense applications.
Experience with RF subsystem design development and lifecycle ownership.
Experienced with RF system architecture link budgets and performance analysis.
Familiarity with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers VNAs signal generators power meters and oscilloscopes.
Previous experience with RF design and analysis tools (e.g. HFSS ADS CST Matlab STK or equivalent).
Experience with spacecraft RF systems such as telemetry tracking and command (TT&C) payload communications and RF distribution networks.
Knowledge of RF interfaces and standards such as S-band X-band Ka-band RF/optical hybrid systems and space-to-ground links.

Desired Skills

Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering Applied Physics or related discipline.
Experience with conformal antennas phased array antennas beamforming techniques and adaptive RF systems.
Experience interfacing with customers (NASA DoD commercial) and supporting design reviews (PDR CDR TRR).
Hands-on experience with RF hardware such as amplifiers transceivers frequency synthesizers converters and antennas.
Experience with verification and validation in relevant environments (thermal vacuum EMI/EMC vibration).
Familiarity with FCC Form 1494 filings and spectrum licensing/regulatory requirements
Knowledge of software-defined radios (SDRs) and digital signal processing for RF applications.
Familiarity with spacecraft systems engineering including requirements management and model-based systems engineering (MBSE).
Hands-on experience with RF payloads for satellites lunar missions or cislunar communications.
Proficiency with RF test equipment: spectrum analyzers VNAs signal generators power meters oscilloscopes.
Experience preparing FCC Form 1494 filings and navigating spectrum licensing/regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of international spectrum coordination processes (e.g. ITU filings).
Experience configuring testing and troubleshooting RF communications systems.
Strong problem-solving troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
Excellent communication skills and ability to lead technical discussions across teams

Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity Innovation Impact Inclusion and Excellence.

Dont meet every single requirement above No worries. We want people who can grow collaborate and build a stronger team. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture so if youre excited about this job posting we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Pay Range

$106889 - $153000/yr

How We Determine What We Pay (compensation Philosophy)

Redwiredetermines pay for positions using local national and industry-specific survey data for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.

For new hires we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicants level of experience education and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally we consider the external market rate the amount we have budgeted internally and internal equity within the company for the same position.An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will be considered for higher pay.

Redwire Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire Space is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

All offers of employment at Redwire Space are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITARClick Here

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Redwire is accelerating humanitys expansion into space by delivering reliable economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations.Where dreams and reality collide and the output is out of this world. At Redwire Space we are a team of dreamers and doers. Where the impossible becomes poss...