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Capella Space · 2 months ago

RF Engineer III

Louisville, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$108K/yr - $134K/yr

4+ years exp

Capella Space is a pioneer in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite technology and space-based signal intelligence. The RF Engineer III will support the design and testing of RF subsystems for spacecraft, collaborating cross-functionally across engineering teams to ensure high-performance satellite operations.

AerospaceGeospatialImage RecognitionInformation Services

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Revise existing RF subsystem and board-level designs

Perform RF device characterization

Contribute to RF system analyses and perform EM circuit simulations

Act as responsible engineer for RF PCB fabrication & assembly issues

Collaborate with Production Test Engineering on RF performance troubleshooting, test improvements, and procedure modifications

Support on-orbit payload commissioning

Analyze & trend on-orbit payload performance

Qualification

RF Systems performance metricsRF Test & Measurement equipmentSchematic capture & PCB layoutRF simulation toolsData analysis toolsCommon RF componentsHands-on RF troubleshootingLinux systems familiarity3D CAD modelingCommunication skills

Required

BSEE/Physics + 4 years related experience, or MSEE/Physics + 2 years related experience

Experience with schematic capture & multilayer PCB layout (Altium preferred)

Knowledge of RF Systems performance metrics (s-parameters, linearity, noise figure)

Knowledge of common RF components (amplifiers, mixers, filters, oscillators)

Experience with RF Test & Measurement equipment (spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, oscilloscope)

Hands-on experience working with and troubleshooting RF circuits and/or systems

Strong verbal & visual communication skills

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Capella Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable

Preferred

Experience with RF simulation tools (MWO, VSS, ADS, SystemVue, HFSS)

Familiarity with data analysis and signal processing tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB)

Knowledge of wireless communication standards and link budget analysis

Familiarity with Linux systems and command line scripting

Familiarity with common bus protocols (I2C, SPI, CAN)

3D CAD modeling experience

Security clearance or eligibility to obtain clearance preferred

Benefits

We provide extensive medical coverage, including strong vision and dental plans, flexible spending accounts, and additional supplemental health options.

Paid Flexible Time Off Policy

401K Plan to invest in your long-term retirement goals

Parental Leave program

Lifestyle Spending Account

Commuter & Parking Benefits

Mental Health Resources

Monthly Phone Stipend

Furry friends? We’ve got you covered with dog-friendly work environment & them with pet insurance options