We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Satellite Systems Engineer to help develop the next generation of satellite communications systems. This position is based in Germantown, Maryland, and offers a dynamic career with diverse responsibilities spanning the entire system lifecycle - from initial concept and design to analysis, implementation, integration, performance monitoring, and end-of-life transition to future systems.
This role requires a professional with broad expertise in LEO/MEO/GEO satellite communication systems and a strong analytical background. If you are passionate about advancing satellite technology and contributing to cutting-edge developments in the industry, this position is for you.
location: Germantown, Maryland
job type: Permanent
salary: $120,000 - 180,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Review internal or external requirements for satellite systems; refine or generate appropriate system-level requirements
- Analyze, model, and simulate candidate designs.
- Develop system level algorithms such as for power control, timing and frequency synchronization.
- Write and review specifications, design documents, reports and presentations
- Analyze system requirements and develop system architectures for RF and baseband subsystems.
- Develop subsystem requirements, specifications and technical evaluations
- Conduct link budgets analyses, block and signal level analyses, and, trade off studies
- Analyze RF performance and conduct simulations and measurements to determine signal integrity, crosstalk, coupling, noise, insertion loss, return loss.
- Develop algorithms for calibration of antenna subsystems in fixed and mobile user terminal installations
- Develop constellation modeling and analyses for LEO/MEO/GEO satellite systems and conduct analyses against regulatory masks.
- Document detailed designs and present them internally and to external customers
qualifications:
- MSEE in electrical engineering with emphasis on signal analyses and RF/microwave engineering
- Ph.D. in electrical engineering with emphasis on signal analyses and RF/microwave engineering
- Familiarity with 5G NR-NTN standards.
- Knowledge of satellite system architectures (LEO, GEO, MEO).
- Ability to develop a variety of simulation models of satellite communications systems, including determining system capacity, error rate performance, queuing, traffic management, etc.
- Ability to create and use detailed link budgets
- Excellent communications skills: ability to write technical specifications and reports clearly and concisely; ability to present ideas and results effectively
- Skill in using a variety of simulation and modeling tools and programming languages
- Familiarity with ITU-R and FCC regulations as they apply to satellites and ground equipment
- Familiarity with DVB-S2X and other wireless standards in the terrestrial and satellite realm
- Awareness of GRASP and antenna performance parameters
skills:
- Satellite Communications (LEO/MEO/GEO) - Design, analysis, and modeling
- RF & Microwave Engineering - Signal processing, link budgets, antenna calibration
- System-Level Algorithm Development - Power control, timing, synchronization
- Constellation Modeling & Simulation - Capacity planning, regulatory compliance
- Software & Simulation Tools - Performance analysis, system simulations
- Industry Standards & Regulations - 5G NR-NTN, DVB-S2X, ITU-R, FCC compliance
- Technical Documentation & Communication - Reports, specifications, presentations
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
