Spacecraft RF Engineer (Mid)

Overview Spacecraft RF Engineer (Mid) at Apex - Spacecraft Manufacturing. Responsibilities Design and develop RF, digital, and optical satellite communications systems and spacecraft architectures Define and verify space communication system requirements and interfaces; drive requirements for subcomponents and drive supplier down selection Perform analyses and simulations for space communication systems, including link budgeting, signal distortion, system capacity, reliability, and performance Develop analysis tools using MATLAB and object-oriented software platforms Develop and verify system algorithms that meet functional and performance requirements Perform hardware procurement, integration, design reviews, and verification Work closely with other engineers to achieve overall system requirements Work with payload customers to accommodate payload requirements Qualifications U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data 3–6 years of spacecraft RF and Telemetry communications experience Experience across multiple spacecraft programs B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering; M.S. degree preferred but not required Excellent interpersonal skills; able to convey decisions, direction, and conclusions to multiple audiences Extensive experience in spacecraft design, launch, and operation across all phases of the development lifecycle Experience in integrated software/hardware verification and testing Compensation Base pay range: $140,000/yr – $180,000/yr. The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base salary range and excludes additional benefits. Why Join Apex? Apex believes in a work environment that supports growth and impact. We are a fast-growing startup backed by funding and invest in our people from day one. What We Offer Shared upside: equity in Apex Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; life insurance Comprehensive PTO: starting at 15 days, growing to 20+ days, plus holidays Competitive 401(k) with generous matching Parental leave and childcare reimbursement Daily catered lunch and snacks Vibrant community events and in-person collaboration with flexibility Tools and setup to maximize productivity Office location with EV charging and collaboration opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer: Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apex - Spacecraft Manufacturing