NorthwoodSpace

Senior RF & Antenna Systems Engineer

Torrance, CA · Senior

Work authorization requiredDetected 82 days ago

PythonRustMATLABCybersecuritySystems EngineeringElectrical EngineeringSignal ProcessingSensorsCommunication

About the role

If you like solving complex challenges and seeing your work deployed around the world with real impact, Northwood is the place to do it.

Evaluate and develop antenna system architectures, including phased arrays and adaptive beamforming strategies
Design and analyze antenna systems, pointing and tracking strategies, aperture calibration and performance optimization
Support regulatory submissions, link performance analysis, and operational RF system design
Strong foundation in electromagnetics, antenna theory, and RF system design
You will collaborate with electrical, RF, mechanical, manufacturing, and software teams to develop antenna systems, adaptive beamforming strategies, and high-performance communication links.
We build real RF apertures and evaluate them as integrated systems operating at global scale.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related discipline
5+ years experience modeling and analyzing RF systems, antenna systems, or communication links
Experience with MATLAB, Python, Rust, or similar tools for RF system or signal-processing analysis
Experience with RF test equipment such as vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators
Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role.
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Experience with phased arrays, beamforming systems, or advanced antenna architectures
Strong understanding of beamforming theory, array factor, and electromagnetic propagation
Experience performing link budget analysis and communication system trade studies
Familiarity with modem architectures and physical-layer performance metrics
Familiarity with radar systems, RF sensing systems, or electromagnetic warfare concepts
Experience analyzing metrics such as BER, EVM, noise figure, and dynamic range
Preferred Experience:

Compensation at Northwood Space is based on role, level, location, and alignment with market data.
Individual base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary depending on job-related skills, education, experience, and technical expertise.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Northwood.
In addition to base salary, Northwood Space offers long-term incentives such as company stock options and discretionary performance bonuses.
Benefits include equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, flexible spending accounts, flexible time off, 10 or more paid holidays per year, retirement savings plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Northwood is a modern space infrastructure company bringing the benefits of space to the masses through advanced communications technology.
We are building a global network of phased array ground stations that enable real-time, reliable communication for satellite missions such as national security, global connectivity, and disaster response.
With a vertically integrated approach, Northwood designs, builds, and rapidly deploys scalable systems that power the next generation of space missions.
If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.

This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment

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