RF Communication Systems Engineer

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We are seeking an RF Communication Systems Engineer to support the development, integration, and testing of the communications subsystem throughout the program lifecycle in our offices in Palo Alto CA. 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 RF 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.

Responsibilities 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

Must be willing to travel up to 10% and support off‑shift or other additional work as needed

Minimum Required Education, Experience & Technical Competencies Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent residentB.S. degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related engineering discipline. An additional four years of RF‑related experience may be substituted for a degree

Two years of experience, including RF engineering

Understanding of mathematics and physics as they apply to electrical systems and components

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications 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 HFSSExperience 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.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a…