Space Payload RF Engineer

Space Payload RF Engineer

Are you ready to design, develop, integrate, and test critical RF payload systems that will fly on the next generation of space vehicles? As an RF engineer, you understand how complex RF, microwave, and antenna systems come together to enable resilient and high‑performance space missions. That expertise becomes essential as you contribute to advanced RF Front End designs, integrate space‑qualified components across wide frequency ranges, and ensure reliable operation under the stringent constraints of the space environment.

At Booz Allen, you’ll apply your RF engineering experience to help shape adaptable RF mission payloads designed to support varied custom waveforms and mission scenarios. Our team develops mission‑focused space technologies—from RF architecture and end‑to‑end modeling to payload integration and verification. Your role will support subsystem development, antenna and front‑end design, and close collaboration with spacecraft subsystem engineering disciplines to build hardware that meets demanding aerospace standards and mission assurance requirements.

On this team, you’ll take part in the full lifecycle of payload development—from early design and EM simulation through integration, environmental testing, and flight‑ready validation. You’ll work hands‑on with RF circuits, antennas, and SDR‑based architectures, applying practical engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges. Your work will directly contribute to delivering reliable, high‑performance payload hardware ready for launch, and you'll inform technical decisions through hands‑on engineering contributions.

• 5+ years of experience with RF or microwave circuit design, including amplifiers, mixers, oscillators, filters, and antennas and metrics such as SNR and NF.

• Experience designing custom RF hardware or integrating COTS RF hardware through simulation, fabrication, testing, and optimization stages for space payloads.

• Experience with advanced RF or microwave design techniques such as electromagnetic (EM) simulation.

• Experience with RF measurement and testing tools, including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and signal generators.

• Experience with RF simulation tools such as AWR Microwave Office, HFSS, or FEKO.

• Knowledge of AS9100 standards, mission assurance practices, and space hardware workmanship guidelines.

• Ability to troubleshoot and debug RF hardware.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work in a team environment.

• Top Secret clearance.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Experience with national security satellite systems for SIGINT or GEOINT.

• Experience with MATLAB or Python and Git Hub for signal‑processing applications and software/algorithm development.

• Experience with descriptive MBSE tools such as Cameo Enterprise Architecture or similar.

• Knowledge of lab automation and scripting to streamline testing processes and data acquisition.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• TS/SCI clearance.

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; a Top Secret clearance is required.

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