Payload Integration & Test RF Communications System Engineer, Project Kuiper, Payload Integration and Test

Job Description

The PIT RF Communications System Payload Integration and Test Engineer position at Project Kuiper involves designing and testing innovative product solutions for a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites providing broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or 5+ years of RF, satellite, aerospace, or related industry experience
• 5+ years in RF design and/or verification with launched products

Responsibilities

• Working within a project team for a low earth orbit communications satellite constellation
• Deep-diving into component and subsystem designs for testing and optimization
• Collaborating with technical teams for system-level operations and validation
• Integrating the end-to-end RF communications system
• Defining test plans and procedures for lab and RF chamber testing
• Analyzing and mitigating system interference issues
• Implementing, validating, and optimizing RF lab set-ups
• Interpreting test results, troubleshooting issues, and documenting findings
• Shepherding payload subsystems through test campaigns

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)