Seeking a Principal Satellite Payload Engineer to contribute to the development of next-generation satellite payload technology for NTN-LEO applications. In this role, you will collaborate with a team of highly skilled engineers and satellite manufacturers to drive innovation in satellite communications. This position is based in Germantown, Maryland and offers the chance to work on cutting-edge payload technology shaping the future of connectivity.
location: Germantown, Maryland
job type: Permanent
salary: $144,000 - 192,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Works with satellite manufacturers and internal engineers to ensure all satellite requirements are satisfied for proper operation within LEO systems
- Establishes and monitors objectives, specifications, and plans to ensure projects are executed effectively
- Participates in design reviews and trade analysis for optimal performance and operation of the satellite and constellation
- Represents the Company in payload component selection and make/buy decisions to ensure vendor experience, quality, and ability to deliver meet requirements
- Analyzes satellite and constellation reliability by trading cost versus MTTF and performance versus user experience
- Oversees the satellite manufacturing plan and processes for high volume LEO satellite production including analysis of supply chain, assembly, and test
qualifications:
Basic Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
- 15+ years' of experience in engineering development of commercial communication systems
- 5+ years' experience with LEO constellations including specification, design, manufacturing, launch, and operations
- 5+ years' experience with reliability, particularly how it relates to component selection, manufacturing process, and test
- 5+ years' experience with manufacturing and testing of ESAs
- 5+ years' experience with Ka-band and S-band RF electronics
- 5+ years' experience with terrestrial cellular including 3G/4G/5G
- Ability to travel periodically in North America and internationally
- Master's degree in electrical engineering
- Previous work with launch providers
skills:
- Satellite System Engineering - LEO constellation specification, design, manufacturing, launch, and operations
- Payload Development & Performance Analysis - Ensuring satellite requirements are met for proper operation within LEO systems
- Reliability Engineering - Cost vs. MTTF (Mean Time to Failure) analysis and its impact on performance and user experience
- Manufacturing & Testing - Experience with ESA (Electronically Steered Antenna) production and test processes
- RF & Microwave Engineering - Ka-band and S-band RF electronics
- Telecommunications Standards - Experience with 3G, 4G, and 5G networks
- Project Management & Vendor Coordination - Working with satellite manufacturers, making payload component selection decisions, and overseeing production
- System Design Reviews & Trade Analysis - Evaluating satellite design choices for optimal performance
- Travel Ability - Willingness to travel periodically within North America and internationally
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.
