Principal RF Engineer
Location: Can be based in El Segundo, California, Denver, Colorado or Austin, Texas, United States
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Package: $160K – $200K Base + Stock Options + Full Benefits
Are you an experienced RF Engineer looking to design cutting-edge phased array communications systems for the space and aerospace sectors?
On offer is the opportunity to lead the development of advanced RF hardware for a fast-scaling company building high-performance communications systems for satellites, UAVs, and launch vehicles. You’ll own the design and delivery of end-to-end RF electronics—from schematic and layout through test and in-orbit support.
Join a passionate, hands-on engineering team pioneering plug-and-play solutions for next-generation space platforms. You’ll contribute across the product lifecycle while mentoring others and leading technical programs.
This position would suit a senior-level RF engineer with deep technical experience and the desire to drive high-impact work in a collaborative startup environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Design and develop RF circuits, modules, and systems across the full product lifecycle.
• Deliver block diagrams, schematics, PCB layouts, simulations, and RF test plans.
• Lead the design of subsystems including front ends, mixers, filters, synthesizers, and phased arrays.
• Perform system-level RF analysis, including link budgets and modulation schemes.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate RF systems into airborne and space platforms.
• Own hardware from architecture through qualification, test, and customer delivery.
• Support proposal writing and present technical content in design reviews.
• Provide mentorship across the hardware team and lead technical efforts where required.
Essential Skills and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 9+ years’ experience in RF system and circuit design.
• Fluent in industry-standard simulation and EDA tools (e.g., CST, ADS, Altium).
• Hands-on lab experience with VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and oscilloscopes.
• Strong grasp of RF architecture, component selection, layout best practices, and test strategy.
• Must meet ITAR/EAR requirements (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, asylee, refugee).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Application Instructions
If you're interested in this role, please apply or send your resume to jake.payne@newspacetechnical.com
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