Communication Systems Architect
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Job Location:
Westminster, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
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Posted on:
16 days ago
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Please Note:To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. conditional resident asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
AtCesiumAstro we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites UAVs launch vehicles and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment which allows us to learn develop and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on interactive and autonomous work CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate collaborative energetic and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are looking for an experienced and driven Communication Systems Architect to lead the definition and execution of advanced satellite communication systems. This role requires deep technical expertise strong leadership and a broad understanding of the full space product lifecycle from concept through deployment. As the technical point of contact to our customers and the engineering lead for internal execution you will be critical to ensuring our products meet mission technical and business goals.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the definition of communications architectures including RF front ends digital processing chains beamforming arrays channelizers and modems.
- Drive architectural decisions across hardware firmware and software boundaries.
- Provide end-to-end technical leadership across the full product lifecycle from requirements definition design and development to integration test qualification and delivery of space-qualified hardware.
- Act as the primary technical point of contact with customers. Translate mission needs into engineering requirements lead technical reviews and ensure alignment across program phases.
- Own technical execution for programs guiding and coordinating engineering activities across electrical RF mechanical firmware and software domains.
- Partner with the business development team to shape technical solutions write proposal content and engage in customer capture activities.
- Define system-level requirements and preliminary designs to support new opportunities. Assist with scoping SOWs and shaping architectures during early-phase engagements.
- Lead architectural and component-level trade studies to balance performance cost risk and schedule.
- Provide leadership and guidance to engineering teams ensuring technical integrity and execution excellence.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 15 years of experience developing advanced communications systems in satellite or aerospace.
- Broad understanding of full-lifecycle space product development including design integration qualification and mission operations.
- Proven experience as a technical execution lead responsible for driving system performance and engineering progress across disciplines.
- Deep background in digital communications RF architecture signal processing and FPGA-based systems.
- Hands-on experience with SDRs high-speed digital systems and RF designs.
- Experience with phased array antennas and digital beamforming.
- Understanding of satellite payload constraints including power thermal and volume budgets.
- Experience with modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB STK ADS or equivalent.
- Comfortable working directly with customers leading technical conversations reviews and shaping architectural solutions.
- Familiarity with space environmental and radiation effects and space-grade design practices.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active TS/SCI security clearance.
$218000 - $266000 a year
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education/training and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health dental vision HSA FSA life disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace color religion sex national origin disability protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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Staff IC
About Company
CesiumAstro builds high-throughput, software-defined phased array communication payloads for airborne and in-orbit platforms.
