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RF Systems EngineerLoft Orbital Solutions • Golden, CO, US
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RF Systems Engineer

RF Systems Engineer

Loft Orbital Solutions • Golden, CO, US
23 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job Description

Job Description
Wanna join the adventure?

As an RF Systems Engineer at Loft Orbital, you will play a pivotal role in the integration of RF subsystems for our high-reliability satellite systems. You work with our RF team across campuses to collaboratively develop, integrate, and test sub-system and system-level solutions for our satellites. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring the success of our space mission.

You’ll join a talented, multi-disciplinary team working on the latest space technology, where your contributions will directly shape the future of space missions. This is an exciting opportunity to innovate, collaborate, and make a significant impact on mission-critical systems.
About this Role:
  • System-Level RF Architecture & Design - Contribute to the definition of end-to-end RF system architecture and requirements, ensuring compatibility with mission constraints and performance goals.
  • End-to-End Performance Analysis - Perform RF link budget analysis and system-level trade-offs to evaluate performance under various mission scenarios.
  • Requirements Engineering / Traceability - Support requirements definition, flow-down, and traceability from mission-level needs to RF subsystem specifications.
  • Test Campaign Support - Support the execution of RF test campaigns with our AIT teams, including test planning, documentation, and reporting of verification results.
  • Scripts, Tools and Simulation - Ability to develop scripts and low-level software for debugging and test purposes (proficiency in Python and C is a strong asset). Utilize modeling and simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, CST, ADS) to validate designs and predict system performance.
  • Cross-functional Communication - Act as a technical interface between RF, software, mechanical, system, Ground and AIT teams to ensure smooth integration and alignment with program objectives.
Must Haves:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred
  • 2+ years of experience in Radio Frequency subsystem integration
  • Proven experience in RF system integration, debugging and performance analysis
  • Demonstrated autonomy in leading system and SW integration
  • Knowledge of S-band and X-band frequency communications
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Nice to Haves:
  • Experience in Signal Processing algorithms
  • Proficiency in link budget calculations and antenna simulations
  • Familiarity with design principles related to EMI shielding, grounding, and RF signal integrity
  • Experience with simulation tools for EMI/EMC and RF analysis.
  • Experience using CST (RF Simulation), ADS (design) tools.
Some of Our Awesome Benefits:
  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance option for employees and dependents
  • Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA
  • 100% employer paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Flexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays
  • 401(k) plan and equity options
  • Daily catered lunches and snacks
  • International exposure to our team in France
  • Fully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for primary caregiver and 10 weeks for secondary caregiver
  • Carrot Fertility provides comprehensive, inclusive fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits with financial support
  • Off-sites and many social events and celebrations
  • Relocation assistance when applicable
State law requires us to tell you the base compensation range for this role, which is $120,000- $155,000 per year in Colorado This is determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we evaluate individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
*Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other underrepresented people tend to only apply when they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Loft, we value respectful debate and people who aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t check all the boxes.

Who We Are

Loft: Space Made Simple.

Founded in 2017, Loft provides governments, companies, and research institutions with a fast, reliable, and simple way to deploy missions in orbit.

We integrate, launch, and operate spacecraft, offering end-to-end missions as a service across Earth observation, IoT connectivity, on-orbit AI, national security missions, and more. Leveraging our existing space infrastructure and an extensive inventory of satellite buses, Loft is reducing years-long integration and launch timelines to months. With more than 30 missions flown, Loft’s flight heritage and proven technologies enable customers to focus on their mission objectives.

With a growing fleet on track to reach 30 satellites by 2027, we are scaling up quickly across our offices in San Francisco, CA \u007C Golden, CO \u007C and Toulouse, France to meet accelerating demand for space infrastructure.

As an international company your resume will be reviewed by people across our offices so please attach a copy in English.
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