RF Communications Engineer

Columbus Technologies and Services

. Design communication systems for satellite systems in lunar orbit, deep-space, satellite, and other mission applications .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and analyzing communication systems for satellite applications, including RF communication subsystem architectures and performance analysis. Proficient in developing communication requirements and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

RF Communication Subsystem DesignCommunication Link Budget AnalysisSoftware Defined Radio (SDR) ExperienceMATLAB and Simulink ProficiencyLunar and Deep-Space Communication Systems

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Hard Skills

Communication Subsystem Requirements DevelopmentModulation Schemes and Coding TechniquesRF System Modeling and SimulationTroubleshooting and TestingCommunication Performance Analysis

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsCollaborative Work Style

Tools & Technologies

Spectrum AnalyzersVector Network AnalyzersSignal GeneratorsOscilloscopesSTKFreeFlyerGMAT

Industry Keywords

CCSDS ProtocolsSpectrum ManagementEnvironmental TestingMission Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design communication systems for satellite systems in lunar orbit, deep-space, satellite, and other mission applications
Define communication subsystem requirements and allocate requirements across spacecraft, payload, and ground system interfaces
Develop RF communication subsystem architectures, interfaces, and test activities
Develop and analyze communication link budgets to verify mission performance requirements
Define and implement communication waveforms, modulation schemes, coding/FEC techniques, and synchronization methods
Perform RF system modeling, simulation, integration, testing, and troubleshooting
Conduct communication performance analyses, including Eb/No, carrier-to-noise ratio, throughput, coverage, access, and link margin assessments
Ensure communication subsystem designs comply with applicable constraints, standards, and requirements
Collaborate with systems, software, avionics, GNC, payload, and ground systems engineers on communication system integration

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related field
5+ years of experience in communications or related fields
Experience developing communication subsystem requirements and interface definitions
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Offer contingent on successfully passing a background check and drug screen
Experience with lunar, deep-space, or satellite communication systems
Experience with Software Defined Radios (SDRs), optical, and/or RF communications systems
Experience with communication analysis tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, STK, FreeFlyer, GMAT, or equivalent
Experience with test equipment including spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, signal generators, and oscilloscopes
Familiarity with government standards, CCSDS protocols, and spectrum management activities
Experience supporting communication subsystem integration, verification, environmental testing, and mission operations

Benefits

Comp & perks

W2 position with full benefits
Remote position
Ongoing employment duration
Background check and drug screen process specified