Principal Satellite Systems Engineer

As a Principal Systems Engineer (with 7+ years of experience), you will be responsible for User Terminal (UT) requirement, Ku and Ka phased array chipsets, Ku and Ka antenna architectures, fast antenna calibration methodology, hardware, firmware/software architecture trade-offs, implementation, defining test and validation test plans of various UT configurations. You will be working in a collaborative environment with a multi-disciplinary team and customers supporting development and productization of various UT products.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks

Define UT systems architectures/sub-systems formal requirements and specifications flow-down using industry standard requirement entry and tracking methodologies

Analysis and design tradeoffs of various UT architectures including RF and performance simulation to support tradeoff decisions

Analysis and design tradeoffs of Ku and Ka band phased array chipsets and array antennas

Support the requirement definition of Ku and Ka band phased array chipsets

Analysis and design tradeoffs of Ku and Ka band phased array chipsets and array antennas

Define Ku and Ka band phased array cost efficient, fast production calibration methodology/techniques

Develop requirements from top-level to sub-assembly, coordinate creation of coverage and test plans release management plans

Proactive engagement with internal and external customer development on Systems’ hardware and software architectures and implementation

Document requirements and flow down requirements to various engineering functional team

Assist in focusing internal and external engineering efforts across the organization

Ensure delivered work meets technical, functional, performance, regulatory and business requirements

Support in-field test and validation of various UT systems

Expect up to 20% of travel depending on the phases of the projects.

Required Qualification

BS or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field

7+ years in SW/HW development environment with at least 5 recent years in architectural/system role

7+ years’ experience with RF, digital communication and communication theory

7+ years’ experience in development for complex telecommunication and/or satellite communication systems

7+ years’ experience with formal requirement tools and methodologies (Jama, Jira, Doors etc.)

3+ years programming skill on Matlab/Python and C/C++

3+ years’ experience in computer network and TCP/IP

Preferred Skills & Experience

Master/PhD degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Familiar with satellite communication theory

Familiar with phased array designs and implementations

Satellite over-the-air Communication field-trial experience

Debugging skills for systems integration from RF front-end to baseband

About Intellian Technologies

Intellian is the world’s leading provider of satellite antennas and terminals, with a mission to empower connectivity so connectivity can empower the world. We are driven by a passion for innovation and agile responsiveness to customer needs. As the crucial link between satellite networks and millions of people on Earth, Intellian’s leading technology and antennas empower global connectivity across oceans and continents, organizations, and communities. Strategic thinking, an obsession with quality, and a proven ability to deliver enable Intellian to invent for the future, creating mutual success for partners and customers as the world’s connectivity needs evolve.

Pay Transparency

The estimated salary range for this role is $170,000 - $220,000.

Actual pay will vary based on varying factors, including but not limited to relevant experience.

Benefits

We offer a generous benefits package, including flexible time off and paid holidays. Eligible employees also have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. A 401(k) plan with employer safe harbor is available. Additional compensation elements may be offered depending on the role, which may include an opportunity for an annual bonus based on both company and individual performance.