Senior Lunar Systems and RF Engineer / Hybrid in Denver

Denver, CO, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 6 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
$115000 - $145000/yr
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Skills

  • Satellite
  • Network
  • Satellite Communications
  • Compatibility Testing
  • Testing
  • Real-time
  • Customer Facing
  • Communication
  • Presentations
  • Security Clearance
  • DVB
  • Spectrum
  • IP
  • Intellectual Property
  • Linux Administration
  • Command-line Interface
  • Shell Scripting
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Digital Signal Processing
  • RESTful
  • Interfaces
  • RF
  • SATCOM
  • Linux
  • Computer Networking
  • System Integration
  • Cloud Computing
  • Management
  • Collaboration
  • Customer Engagement
  • Insurance
  • SAP BASIS

Summary

A growing space communications and ground systems organization is seeking a Senior-level Lunar Ground Systems Engineer to join its team in the Denver, CO area. This is a full-time opportunity supporting lunar and deep space communications initiatives through a global satellite ground network. The role is heavily focused on RF communications, SATCOM, TT&C, system integration, and mission operations support for a variety of commercial, civil, and government customers.

The ideal candidate will bring deep satellite communications experience and be comfortable leading RF compatibility test events, troubleshooting complex communications issues, and configuring customer systems within a mission-critical operational environment. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with cutting-edge lunar missions while collaborating with engineering teams around the globe. The team offers a flexible hybrid schedule with three days onsite per week and is open to candidates located throughout the greater Denver and Colorado Springs areas. Travel is required and estimated at approximately 20%.

Required Skills & Experience
  • 5+ years of SATCOM experience supporting, developing, testing, or deploying space-to-ground RF communication systems
  • Strong knowledge of TT&C communications and mission data transport architectures
  • Experience designing or supporting RF communication systems including modulation, demodulation, framing, synchronization, and encoding
  • Hands-on experience testing and integrating RF equipment including digitizers, up/down converters, software modems, radios, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers
  • Experience providing operational support and troubleshooting complex real-time customer issues
  • Strong customer-facing communication and technical presentation skills
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Experience with CCSDS, DVB-S2, or similar space communications standards
  • Familiarity with ranging, Doppler, and spread-spectrum technologies
  • Experience deploying networked systems supporting digital IF over IP transport
  • Linux administration experience and command-line proficiency
  • Shell scripting experience
  • Familiarity with AWS or Azure cloud environments
  • Experience supporting digital signal processing architectures
  • Experience with REST API integrations and external system interfaces
  • Previous experience supporting launch, early orbit operations, lunar missions, or deep space communications
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
  • 60% RF Communications & SATCOM Systems
  • 20% Linux, Networking & System Integration
  • 20% Cloud, Automation & Mission Operations Tools
Daily Responsibilities
  • 70% Hands On Engineering & Troubleshooting
  • 10% Management Duties
  • 20% Team Collaboration & Customer Interaction
The Offer
  • Bonus eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10105282
  • Position Id: 883011
  • Posted 30+ days ago

Company Info

About Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Motion Recruitment delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers. Our high-touch, specialized, team-based recruitment model’s success is proven through our exemplary track record in filling the most challenging IT positions for startup and enterprise clients alike. Our hyper-specialized tech focus results in a truly consultative approach for both our clients and candidates, within our recruiting areas of expertise: Software, Mobile, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Product + UX and Functional.

Motion also delivers IT Consulting Solutions through the Motion Consulting Group (MCG) that create true digital transformation for IT projects in Agile Development & Coaching, DevOps & DevSecOps Solutions, and Managed Services for IT Operations.

We’re also the proud creators of Tech in Motion and the Timmy Awards, our North American community platform, events series and award program that connects over 250,000 tech enthusiasts to meet, learn, and innovate.

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