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Capella Space · 2 months ago

Senior RF Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$155K/yr - $194K/yr

5+ years exp

Capella Space is a pioneer in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite technology and space-based signal intelligence. As a Senior RF PCB Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the full-lifecycle development of RF systems for space, collaborating with various engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

AerospaceGeospatialImage RecognitionInformation Services

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Own new PCB designs (single/multi-layer, RF/mixed-signal), as well as and oversee improvements to existing products

Perform board-level EM analysis

Perform RF system modeling & simulation

Derive product specifications from system-level requirements

Prototype, characterize, and support design validation of new RF products

Support complex performance troubleshooting efforts

Qualification

RF PCB DesignRF System ModelingEM AnalysisRF Test EquipmentAltiumRF/EM Simulation ToolsData AnalysisLinux SystemsTroubleshooting SkillsCircuit Design FundamentalsCommunication Skills

Required

BSEE/Physics + 7 years related experience, or MSEE/Physics + 5 years related experience

Proficiency in schematic capture & multilayer PCB layout (Altium preferred)

Proficiency in RF/EM simulation tools (MWO, VSS, ADS, SystemVue, HFSS)

Solid understanding of RF Systems performance metrics and common impairments

Solid understanding of common RF components (amplifiers, mixers, filters, oscillators)

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

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

Strong electronic circuit design fundamentals

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

Proficiency in data analysis and signal processing tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB)

Previous aerospace industry experience or other mission-critical field

Proficiency in 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