Intern, RF and Optical Communications

This internship involves developing and testing advanced RF and optical communication systems for satellite hardware, including radios, antennas, and signal processing components, to enhance space-based data transmission capabilities.

• Develop next-generation onboard, ground radios, modems, and antenna systems for satellite communications.
• Design and implement communication systems, including PCB layout and interface with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Own RF hardware transceiver and circuit design, simulation, testing, and characterization.
• Design, validate, and verify modems and antennas for satellite communication systems.
• Integrate and test optical communication systems and validate radio performance pre-shipment and on orbit.

• Graduate or Ph.
  
  D. candidate pursuing a dissertation in a related RF, Optical Communications field.
• Passion for RF MW, communications, electromagnetics, and signal processing.
• Ability to adapt and learn a multitude of technical skills related to the position and other building blocks for space and ground station applications.
• Excellent documentation, presentation and communication skills.
• Experience with Optical comms systems through class projects, prior internships or contribution to open source projects in the areas of digital signal processing and digital communications.
• Understanding of finite word length effects in the implementation of DSP algorithms.
• Knowledge of mixed signal A D, D A , digital, FPGA and uProcessor design, bringup, interfacing and prototyping.
• Experience in Linux, Python, MATLAB Simulink, and data analysis tools.
• Experience with at least one RF MW design and simulation suites such as ADS, HFSS, Microwave Office.
• Application must be able to access export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.

Paid time off for holidays and company-wide days off

Access to Linked In Learning

Compensation range of $35 - $60 per hour (US), final salary determined by experience, skills, and location

San Francisco salary range of $37 - $60 USD