RF Systems Engineer - Remote

Overview

Keystone Mission Solutions is looking for a systems engineer with 10+ years of experience working large RF systems, preferably in the areas of space tracking radar, satellite communications, or electronic warfare. This position requires the ability to develop and assess requirements, perform mission analysis & modeling, and support system performance analysis and testing.

Experience in phased arrays (fixed and steerable) and dish systems is required, as well as knowledge of waveforms and signal processing. Experience with model-based systems engineering is also a key requirement for this position. The candidate must have an existing TS / SCI. The ideal candidate will have the experience and ability to field systems, assess bed down issues, and conduct and support integration and test.

The candidate must be able to analyze the system and RF component design performance and the ability to meet system performance budgets. Specific knowledge of legacy and evolving satellite communications protocols, as used for Tracking Telemetry & Control and relay communications is required. Experience using standard tools such the Matlab tool suites, CST Studio Suite, or similar is required. Candidates must possess a deep mission understanding and technical expertise to support the rapid development of new capabilities for the US Space Force and Intelligence Community. The candidate must have an existing TS / SCI.

Keystone Mission Solutions provides engineering and business consulting services focused on Space Superiority, Space Domain Awareness, Satellite Command & Control, and RF technologies. Our success is based on recruiting talented, self-motivated employees that want to work in a mission focused, collaborative environment. We offer very competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits plan, and a unique focus on work / life balance to ensure we attract exceptional talent. Our business model is built around flexibility for our employees. All positions are hourly and include an extremely flexible approach to Paid Time Off (PTO) and Flex Time that allows you to design a work / life balance that meets your individual needs.

All positions are based on a virtual office (work-from-home) environment combined with occasional on-site support at customer facilities. Our comprehensive benefits plan includes Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRAs) to cover healthcare costs, a 10% company contribution to individual 401K plans (regardless of whether the employee makes contributions), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Flex-Time.

Responsibilities

• Develop and assess system requirements; perform mission analysis and modeling; support system performance analysis and testing.
• Apply knowledge of phased arrays (fixed and steerable) and dish systems; assess waveforms and signal processing.
• Utilize model-based systems engineering methods; support fielding, bed down issues, integration and test activities.
• Analyze system and RF component design performance and ensure adherence to system performance budgets; understand legacy and evolving satellite communications protocols for TT&C and relay communications.
• Use tools such as Matlab and CST Studio Suite (or similar) to support design, analysis, and verification.

Qualifications

Location & Compensation

Denver, CO

Salary : $110,000 - $140,000

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