Senior RF Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, implement, and measure active and passive RF sub-systems at microwave frequencies (e.g., SSPAs, LNAs, power amplifiers, up/down converters, oscillators, filters)
• Manage hardware designs from requirements definition through manufacturing, bring-up, and qualification testing
• Integrate RF systems into the spacecraft by collaborating with mechanical, payload systems, electrical, and software engineering teams
• Specify, procure, and integrate third-party vendor hardware
• Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new teammates to support team growth

Requirements

• BS in electrical engineering, physics, applied physics, or equivalent
• 6+ years of professional experience
• Deep knowledge of fundamental RF concepts, including RF circuit analysis, amplifier design, noise, linearity, and radio architectures
• Hands-on experience designing, building, and testing RF hardware for microwave frequencies
• Proven track record of taking products from concept to production
• Proficiency with RF simulation tools such as ADS, Cadence, or HFSS
• Experience with PCB design, layout, and simulation (Altium or similar)
• U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status required

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or PhD in electrical engineering, physics, or applied physics
• Experience with system in package (SiP), multi-chip modules (MCM), or packaged RF hybrids
• Experience developing communications satellite payloads or designing high-reliability electronics for harsh environments (space or automotive)
• Experience designing SSPAs or implementing SSPA-based phased arrays
• Knowledge of antennas, electromagnetic propagation, and Software Defined Radios (SDR)
• Familiarity with Python or other scripting languages for automating test instruments

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ($170,000 - $230,000 USD)
• Significant equity package via incentive stock options
• High-quality company-subsidized healthcare
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement planning
• Flexible PTO
• Free on-site catered meals

About the Company

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. We provide dedicated, secure networks to large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites already on orbit and a growing backlog of commercial contracts, Astranis is a leader in satellite communications, designing and operating our own hardware from our headquarters in Northern California.