Antenna Engineer (Starshield)

1 hour, 39 minutes ago
Full-time
Junior
IoT and Embedded Systems
SpaceX

SpaceX

SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the aim of revolutionizing space technology and enabling human life on other planets.

Aerospace & Defense
10K-50K
Founded 2002

Description

  • Design advanced antenna and feed systems for next-generation phased array and reflector products.
  • Fabricate and characterize antenna prototypes, feed systems, and RF front ends.
  • Develop and test digital beamforming systems to demonstrate full phased array functionality.
  • Provide phased array expertise to set specifications and debug issues across satellite phased array products.
  • Lead or support antenna integration with spacecraft and other systems.
  • Analyze operational RF performance data from the field and investigate ways to improve performance and resolve issues.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or electrical engineering.
  • 1+ years of research or development experience in RF and antennas; internship and thesis work are acceptable.
  • 1+ years of experience using 3D EM simulation tools such as CST, HFSS, FEKO, EMPro, TICRA, or XFDTD.
  • Experience with basic RF concepts including impedance matching, linear and aperture antennas, Smith chart, power handling metrics, microwave network analysis, and RF filter design.
  • Master’s degree or PhD in electrical engineering with research or thesis work on RF or antennas (preferred).
  • Experience with RF systems such as SIGINT, ELINT, radar, or communications (preferred).
  • 1+ years of programming experience in Python, C#, C++, or MATLAB (preferred).
  • Experience designing RF systems including radio astronomy, SIGINT, ELINT, radar, or wireless communications (preferred).
  • Familiarity with antenna measurement techniques and tools such as anechoic or reverb chambers and near-field EM measurements (preferred).
  • Familiarity with mainstream RF circuit simulation tools such as AWR, ADS, or Genesys, plus antenna prototyping tools and techniques (preferred).
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, demanding startup environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability and willingness to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.
  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
  • Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements as a U.S. citizen/national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible for required U.S. Department of State authorization.

Benefits

  • Base salary range of $125,000 to $145,000 per year for Level I and $145,000 to $175,000 per year for Level II.
  • 10% pay differential, up to an additional $20,000 annually, for employees with an active clearance once briefed into a classified program.
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives, including company stock or long-term cash awards.
  • Potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan, short- and long-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation, 10 or more paid holidays per year, and paid sick leave in accordance with company policy.

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