Satellite Systems Platform Engineer

Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the future of satellite platform engineering? We are seeking a Satellite Systems Platform Engineer to join a leading satellite systems team. This remote role focuses on RF and electrical system design, performance analysis, and testing, supporting advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Telecommunications satellites.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in Telemetry, Command & Ranging (TCR), Control & Data Handling (CD&H), Power & Thermal, Attitude & Navigation Control (ADCS), and Propulsion systems
• Design and analyze satellite platform and payload architectures, ensuring performance optimization
• Monitor RF and electrical performance, supporting system-level verification and validation
• Define system requirements, subsystem specifications, test requirements, and performance budgets
• Support satellite integration, assembly, and testing, including EGSE setup, test supervision, and data analysis
• Participate in program reviews (EQSR, SRR, PDR, CDR) and support qualification and acceptance testing
• Provide technical oversight for major subcontractors and integrated product teams
• Write and maintain the subsystem operations manual and support in-orbit testing (IOT)
• Collaborate with spacecraft operations teams to ensure seamless satellite functionality

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in satellite platform and payload design, with a focus on LEO/GEO satellites
• Strong knowledge of orbit mechanics, space environment, and aerospace engineering principles
• Experience in RF system testing, troubleshooting, and problem resolution
• Hands-on experience with satellite integration, system-level performance testing, and qualification processes
• Proficiency in simulation, modeling tools, and analytical problem-solving
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong leadership skills with experience guiding technical teams

Why Join Us?

• Work on cutting-edge satellite technology in a fully remote capacity
• Be part of a dynamic, collaborative space engineering team
• Contribute to high-profile space missions driving innovation in telecommunications and remote sensing
• Opportunity to shape the next generation of satellite platforms and payloads

If you have a passion for satellite platform engineering, RF systems, and space technology, we'd love to hear from you! ?