RF Engineer - Aerospace Launch Program
Huntsville, AL
Schedule: Full-Time | On-site | Standard Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
Duration: 6-month contract with potential for extension or direct hire
Clearance: No security clearance required
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
We are seeking a mid-to-senior-level RF Engineer to support a prestigious government aerospace launch
program focused on lunar missions. The selected candidate will work closely with stakeholders to ensure
reliable RF communications between spacecraft, ground stations, and crew modules.
This is an on-site role with no remote capability.
Key Responsibilities
Perform RF link analysis to support communications between spacecraft and ground systems
Analyze and evaluate RF system performance, including antennas and signal routing
Assist with RF supplier components and coordinate technical activities
Conduct system-level integration and RF requirements analysis
Support validation of test requirements and verification through design reviews and documentation
Collaborate with engineers, technical leads, and customer representatives
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related STEM field
Minimum of 5 years' hands-on experience with RF engineering and system integration
Strong knowledge of RF theory, link budgeting, antenna placement, and signal analysis
Experience with spectrum analyzers and RF testing methodologies
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience supporting aerospace, defense, or NASA-related projects
Familiarity with tools such as MATLAB, Python, and DOORS
Understanding of RF encryption and modulation (e.g., PSK)
Exposure to space communication standards such as CCSDS and NTIA
Background in FPGA integration and RF manufacturing/ installation practices
What Sets This Role Apart
Opportunity to contribute to a historic lunar mission
Resume-building experience with top-tier aerospace stakeholders
Highly collaborative environment with exposure to complex engineering systems
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If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity and contribute to a groundbreaking lunar mission, we invite you to apply TODAY and join this dynamic team!
Proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)