Senior RF Communication System Engineer I
Austin, TX
Engineering – Advanced Product Development /
Full-time /
On-site
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.
At CesiumAstro, 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 looking to add a Senior RF Communication System Engineer I to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing leading-edge phased arrays for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you.
In this position, you will own integration and verification of space communication systems involving RF, digital hardware, and software. Key projects will include developing and managing RF setups and software for modem and link verification. The successful candidate is meticulous, has an end-to-end system mindset, is exceptionally strong in both RF engineering and software development, and enjoys cross-team interaction.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Define, design, implement, and maintain measurement/test solutions for link/modem validation.
- Define and analyze calibration and metrology aspects (statistical error analysis, confidence levels, error budgets).
- Develop modular, reusable software in Python (or similar languages) to be implemented in a variety of setups.
- Analyze and troubleshoot link-performance issues.
- Interact with DSP/HW/SW team to improve system performance.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Physics.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience with RF measurement and instrumentation.
- Minimum of 2 years of programming experience using Python, LabVIEW, SQL, or Embedded C.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Linux operating systems, VLANs, and network security.
- Hands-on RF measurement experience (analyzers, vector signal generators, power sensors, network analyzers).
- Physical-layer modem algorithms/standards (DVB-S2, CCSDS, 5G NTN).
- Hands-on link-performance measurement experience (link/protocol testers, channel emulators).
- Experience in collaborative software design (GIT, code reviews).
- Antenna range experience and OTA experiment design.
- Experience in RF test automation (SCPI, test executive).
- Statistical analysis and metrology.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package featuring health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
