RF Communication Systems Engineer

Job Description Summary

The Communication Systems Engineer (CSE) supports the development, integration, and testing of the communications subsystem throughout the program lifecycle. Working under the guidance of more senior engineers, this role contributes to the definition of test requirements, execution of RF system tests, and evaluation of payload performance against design specifications. The position provides hands‑on experience with spacecraft payload integration activities and offers exposure to multidisciplinary engineering teams.

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The Communication Systems Engineer (CSE) supports the development, integration, and testing of the communications subsystem throughout the program lifecycle. Working under the guidance of more senior engineers, this role contributes to the definition of test requirements, execution of RF system tests, and evaluation of payload performance against design specifications. The position provides hands‑on experience with spacecraft payload integration activities and offers exposure to multidisciplinary engineering teams.

The Communication Systems Engineer assists in routine analysis, documentation, and troubleshooting tasks, helping ensure the technical integrity and successful verification of the RF communication subsystem. This role requires foundational knowledge of RF engineering principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a structured engineering environment.

• Participate in the development and analysis of system test requirements and specifications for the RF payload subsystem
• Assists in creating RF system test procedures and performs routine RF system test analysis
• Prepares standard engineering documentation for review by senior engineers
• Supports system integration trade studies and analytical tasks under the direction of more experienced team members
• Identifies technical issues and recommends potential solutions
• Contributes to RF system‑level test activities
• Provides hands‑on support during spacecraft integration and test, including RF payload testing and troubleshooting
• Evaluates RF payload test data against design requirements and recommends follow‑on actions based on results

• Receives clearly defined assignments with regular supervision
• Works on problems of moderate scope, requiring analysis of identifiable factors such as cost, quality, reliability, manufacturability, schedule impact, and process improvement
• Exercises judgment within established procedures and engineering practices
• May participate in Engineering Review Boards
• May provide functional guidance to less experienced technical personnel
• Must be willing to travel up to 10% and support off‑shift or overtime work as needed

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• B.S. degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related engineering discipline. Four additional years of RF‑related experience may be substituted for a degree
• Two years of RF‑related work experience
• Understanding of mathematics and physics as they apply to electrical systems and components
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

• M.S. degree in engineering or related scientific discipline (experience desirable but not required)
• Familiarity with RF computer‑aided design tools such as AWR Microwave Office, ADS, or Ansys HFSS
• Experience with C++, VBA, MATLAB, or Python is desirable

In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

• The base pay for this position within California is: $94,000.00 - $ annually.

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