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Sr. RF/Microwave Engineer, Satellites - (Starlink)

SpaceX is building Starlink, the world's largest satellite broadband system, and is seeking a senior RF/Microwave Engineer to design, implement, and verify RF hardware for satellites and ground terminals. The role sits on the Satellite Payload Engineering team and involves cross-disciplinary work with antenna, modem/DSP, ASIC, and systems teams to develop high-performance wireless communication subsystems from amplifier and passive component design to end-to-end link specification and verification.

Skills

  • 5+ years of RF/microwave circuit design experience
  • Experience with 3D EM simulation tools (HFSS, CST, FEKO, etc.)
  • Design familiarity with PAs, LNAs, mixers, filters and PLLs
  • Hands-on use of RF test equipment (VSA, VSG, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer)
  • Knowledge of digital communication systems and modulation schemes (QPSK, QAM, APSK)
  • RF design tools experience (ADS, AWR, HFSS) and PCB layout (Altium)
  • Programming for modeling and test automation (Matlab, Python, C++, LabVIEW)
  • Experience at microwave frequencies and Ku/Ka/V/E-band design

Responsibilities

  • Simulate and model end-to-end communication systems and RF links
  • Design, implement, and verify RF/microwave circuits and subsystems for satellites and ground terminals
  • Collaborate with system architects, antenna, modem/DSP, and ASIC engineers to partition hardware/software functions
  • Derive top-level RF link specifications and RF/antenna subsystem requirements
  • Assess feasibility and trade-offs to support architectural definition
  • Characterize and analyze system-level RF performance and produce verification data
  • Provide technical support for regulatory, coordination, and market access activities

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field (required)
  • Master’s degree in EE or related with RF/microwave emphasis (preferred)

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Long-term incentives (stock, options, or cash awards) and potential discretionary bonuses
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (discounted stock purchase)
  • Paid parental leave
  • 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick time in compliance with Washington State law
  • Company shuttle service from select Seattle locations
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