RF Engineer

RF ENGINEER

Quantum Leap is the leading technology services company focused on providing operationally focused solutions for select clientele within the United States Government (USG). Quantum Leap was founded by a team of technologists and engineers to focus exclusively on advancing USG interests against the Nation’s pacing threats in an age of Strategic (Great Power) Competition. We have built a highly collaborative workforce dedicated to countering those threats in an environment designed for success.

We are seeking a SATCOM RF Engineer to utilize engineering best practices to design, develop, and implement end-to-end RF solutions for ground terminals and satellite ground systems. The RF Engineer will additionally design and implement SDR based solutions for custom waveforms and modulation/demodulation techniques.

Additionally, the RF Engineer will work with industry leading companies developing electronically steerable arrays (ESAs), multi-band antennas, and distributed antenna systems. The RF Engineer will lead complex RF centric projects, to include issuing RFPs for unique, customized solutions.

The position is part of a team that ensures the effective design, implementation, control, and configuration of a global satellite communications networks including globally deployed satellite earth stations with high-speed network connectivity.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex ground segment systems, i.e., earth stations and teleports
• Design and implement space segment solutions, to include link budget analysis for complex spread spectrum, massive site solutions
• Design and development of RF devices from concept, design, validation, to full production for satellite communication systems
• Work closely with RF sensor and antenna companies to translate system requirements into innovative designs suitable for remote sensing and communication applications
• Design and implementation oversight for advanced phased array systems
• Construct hardware prototypes and testing
• Provide frequency selection assistance and perform spectral surveys

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or related area and five (5) years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Successful candidates must be eligible for a U.S. Government-issued security clearance.
• Have working knowledge of RF theory and experience developing RF link performance
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with configuration of RF parameters and how changing each parameter affects satcom link performance
• Knowledge of antenna design and testing (antenna focusing, RF patterns, crosspol measurements, G/T, etc.)
• ·Demonstrated experience in RF systems design, including architecture definition, stability analysis, noise and power budget analysis, non-linear response analysis, component selection, and qualification
• Knowledge of GEO, MEO and LEO satellite operators, modem technologies and terminal manufacturers
• Knowledge of phased array theory and ESA implementation
• Must be a self-starter with leadership capabilities and execution of roles and responsibilities with little to no supervision
• Must be able to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal
• seek the best-and-brightest professionals at all levels so offer highly competitive compensation.

Company-sponsored benefits include: 5% 401(k) company match; 100% premium subsidy for employees (75% for dependents); Anthem medical, Guardian dental, life and disability coverage; 3 weeks vacation; 2 weeks sick leave, and 11 holidays. Quantum Leap is an Equal Opportunity Employer.