RF System Operations Engineer II

📋 Description

• Build out and commission RF Ground Systems in support of Terran R launch campaigns through the
• Integrate and troubleshoot complex RF hardware systems including antennas, receivers, amplifiers
• Monitor and validate signal quality metrics during launch operations including signal strength, bit
• Develop and execute operational procedures, readiness checklists, and troubleshooting guides for
• Travel to ground station sites and launch locations to support deployments and operations (25-50%

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience with RF systems, ground station operations, and/or telemetry systems
• Hands-on experience with commercial telemetry receivers and ground station equipment
• Understanding of RF fundamentals including link budgets, distortion, and signal quality metrics
• Experience with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, power meters, signal generators, and
• Ability to troubleshoot complex RF hardware systems under time pressure during critical operations

🎁 Benefits

• Nice to haves: previous launch operations or mission control experience
• Familiarity with software-defined radio (SDR) platforms
• Experience with telemetry standards such as IRIG-106
• Scripting ability with Python or MATLAB for data analysis and operational automation