Principal Antenna Systems Engineer

2 weeks ago

Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time
Job Title: Principal Antenna Engineer

At SpaceX, we are seeking a highly skilled Principal Antenna Engineer to join our Starshield team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for designing and developing advanced antenna systems for our national security efforts.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop phased array and reflector antenna systems for our Starshield program
  • Fabricate and characterize prototypes of antennas and feed systems
  • Contribute to the development of software and testing of digital beamforming systems
  • Provide expertise on phased array systems to set specifications and debug problems
  • Lead or support the integration of antennas to spacecraft and other systems
  • Analyze in-the-field operational RF performance data and investigate methods to improve performance and debug issues
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer engineering or electrical engineering
  • 8+ years of research or development experience in RF and antennas
  • Experience using 3D EM simulation tools such as CST, HFSS, FEKO, EMPro, TICRA, or XFDTD
  • Experience with basic RF concepts such as impedance matching, linear and aperture antennas, smith chart, power handling metrics, microwave network analysis, and/or RF filter design
Preferred Skills and Experience:
  • Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering with research/thesis work on RF or antennas
  • Experience with RF systems including SIGINT, ELINT, radar, or communications
  • Experience programming in Python, C#, C++, or MATLAB
  • Experience designing RF systems including radio astronomy, SIGINT, ELINT, radar, or wireless communications
  • Familiarity with antenna measurement techniques and tools such as anechoic/reverb chambers, near field EM measurements
  • Familiarity with one of the mainstream RF circuit simulation tools: AWR, ADS, Genesys
  • Familiarity with antenna prototyping tools and techniques
Additional Requirements:
  • An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Compensation and Benefits:

Base salary is $200,000.00 to $270,000.00 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $15,000 annually. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.

Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

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