Principal Antenna Design Engineer I
Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are looking to add a Principal Antenna Design Engineer I to our team. The ideal candidate has experience in designing, simulating, building, and testing high-frequency antennas made in printed circuit board (PCB) processes. If you enjoy working in a startup environment, and are passionate about developing leading-edge RF hardware for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you.
As a Cesium hardware team member, you will be responsible for antenna designs from initial concept through requirements definition, topology selection, detailed design, analysis, optimization, manufacturing, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support of Cesium's products. The work will include many aspects of phased array communication systems, including RF front-ends, beamformers, power dividers, and phased array antennas.
The successful candidate will also present engineering design review materials to our customers and executive team, as well as participate in proposal-writing efforts. As such, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
- Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Physics from an accredited university or institution.
- Minimum of 9 years of industry or university research experience in antenna design, analysis, optimization, fabrication, and test.
- Phased array design and development.
- Expert-level proficiency in 3D electromagnetic simulation tools such as CST or HFSS.
- Strong experience with EDA tools such as Altium.
- Hands-on experience with lab instruments such as vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and oscilloscopes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Antenna design in frequency bands above 20 GHz.
- Aerospace electronics design, development, and qualification.
- EMI/EMC design and mitigation techniques.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
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Are you ready to take your engineering expertise to new heights? CesiumAstro is on the lookout for a talented Principal Antenna Design Engineer I to join our innovative team in Westminster, CO. Here at CesiumAstro, we're not just creating communication systems; we're pioneering the way satellites, UAVs, and other airborne platforms communicate. Our team thrives in a dynamic, cross-functional environment that fosters collaboration and allows you to make a real impact on groundbreaking technology. As a Principal Antenna Design Engineer I, you'll dive deep into the world of high-frequency antennas, designing and testing from conception to in-orbit support. Your experience with phased array communications and PCB processes will shine as you tackle everything from topology selection to manufacturing. You’ll be hands-on, using cutting-edge EDA tools and lab instruments to push the boundaries of RF hardware development for aerospace systems. Excellent communication skills are a must, as you’ll get the opportunity to present your designs to both our executive team and valued customers. If you’re a forward-thinking engineer with a passion for aerospace technology looking for an engaging, startup-like atmosphere, we want to hear from you. Let’s work together to shape the future of communication in space!
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