Terran Orbital Corporation · 8 hours ago
RF & Communication Systems Architect
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$200K/yr - $250K/yr
12+ years expTerran Orbital Corporation is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. They are seeking an experienced RF & Communication Systems Architect to lead the design, integration, and optimization of advanced communications architectures for next-generation satellite platforms.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingSatellite Communication
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the design, integration, and optimization of advanced communications architectures for next-generation satellite platforms
Architect end-to-end communications solutions
Define technology roadmaps
Ensure seamless integration of RF subsystems into spacecraft and mission architectures
Collaborate across avionics, propulsion, navigation, and computing domains to deliver resilient, high-performance communications systems for government and commercial missions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred
12+ years of experience in RF communications systems design and architecture
Demonstrated expertise in: RFFE design and integration, Modem architectures and DSP algorithms, AESA development and phased array control, Link analysis and performance modeling, GNSS resilience and navigation integration, Direct conversion architectures and ADC/DAC systems
Proven track record architecting complex 'systems of systems' for space or aerospace missions
Eligible for U.S. DoD security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
Preferred
Ph.D. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline
Experience with deep space communications, inter-satellite links, and ground station networks
Knowledge of secure computing architectures and regulatory spectrum management
Background in digital signal processing algorithms and advanced communications theory
Experience working with NASA, DoD, or other government partners on communications systems
Track record of innovation demonstrated through patents, publications, or successful technology transitions
Benefits
100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
401(k) Match
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Education Reimbursement
Competitive Paid Parental Leave
Company
Terran Orbital Corporation
Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of small satellites primarily serving the United States and Allied aerospace and defense industries.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$401.64MKey Investors
Lockheed MartinLockheed Martin Ventures
2024-08-15Acquired
2023-09-18Post Ipo Equity· $32.5M
2022-10-31Post Ipo Equity· $100M
Leadership Team
Anthony Previte
CEO & President
Recent News
Washington Technology
2026-01-11
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