Sr. RF Systems Analysis Engineer, Regulatory (Starlink)
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP, Redmond, WA, United States
Sr. RF Systems Analysis Engineer, Regulatory (Starlink) – Redmond, WA
SpaceX is developing Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation, to deliver fast, reliable internet globally. This role supports the team that advises SpaceX on legal and policy advocacy to ensure regulations enable and protect the provision of ground-breaking services. You will apply expertise to advance Starlink’s licensing and spectrum position before domestic and global regulators and government bodies.
Telecommunications is a heavily regulated business. This position requires you to apply technical and regulatory insight to opportunities and challenges in RF spectrum coordination and policy development.
Responsibilities
Support technical analyses pertaining to radio frequency interference and satellite spectrum coordination
Model Starlink and other non-geostationary satellite constellations’ operating topology and hardware
Simulate scenarios considering regulatory constraints, geographic constraints, RF link budgets, constellation growth, customer growth, and coordination strategies
Based on simulation results, analyze network and user experience impacts and make recommendations on satellite policy and coordination strategy
Provide strategic regulatory recommendations and advocacy support to business development efforts
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or another engineering discipline
Experience in MATLAB, Python, C++ or other tools for modeling and analyzing RF systems
5+ years of research, design, development, or regulatory experience in the RF and/or antenna domain
Preferred Skills and Experience
Master’s degree or PhD in electrical engineering with emphasis in RF/microwave circuits or communication theory
Basic understanding of satellite hardware and orbital mechanics
Experience with Visualyse
Experience in modeling large non-geostationary satellite constellations
Experience in satellite network simulation development and analysis
Experience with RF topics in satellite communications, including link budgets, antenna theory and design, and interference analysis
Additional Requirements
Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission-critical deadlines
Compensation and Benefits
Pay range: RF Engineer/Senior: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is one part of total rewards. You may also be eligible for stock-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, and stock purchase opportunities. You will have access to medical, vision, dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, vacation, and holidays. SpaceX offers shuttle services from select Seattle locations to the Redmond office.
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. lawful permanent resident, a Refugee, or an Asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations. Learn more about ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
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SpaceX is developing Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation, to deliver fast, reliable internet globally. This role supports the team that advises SpaceX on legal and policy advocacy to ensure regulations enable and protect the provision of ground-breaking services. You will apply expertise to advance Starlink’s licensing and spectrum position before domestic and global regulators and government bodies.
Telecommunications is a heavily regulated business. This position requires you to apply technical and regulatory insight to opportunities and challenges in RF spectrum coordination and policy development.
Responsibilities
Support technical analyses pertaining to radio frequency interference and satellite spectrum coordination
Model Starlink and other non-geostationary satellite constellations’ operating topology and hardware
Simulate scenarios considering regulatory constraints, geographic constraints, RF link budgets, constellation growth, customer growth, and coordination strategies
Based on simulation results, analyze network and user experience impacts and make recommendations on satellite policy and coordination strategy
Provide strategic regulatory recommendations and advocacy support to business development efforts
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or another engineering discipline
Experience in MATLAB, Python, C++ or other tools for modeling and analyzing RF systems
5+ years of research, design, development, or regulatory experience in the RF and/or antenna domain
Preferred Skills and Experience
Master’s degree or PhD in electrical engineering with emphasis in RF/microwave circuits or communication theory
Basic understanding of satellite hardware and orbital mechanics
Experience with Visualyse
Experience in modeling large non-geostationary satellite constellations
Experience in satellite network simulation development and analysis
Experience with RF topics in satellite communications, including link budgets, antenna theory and design, and interference analysis
Additional Requirements
Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission-critical deadlines
Compensation and Benefits
Pay range: RF Engineer/Senior: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is one part of total rewards. You may also be eligible for stock-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, and stock purchase opportunities. You will have access to medical, vision, dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, vacation, and holidays. SpaceX offers shuttle services from select Seattle locations to the Redmond office.
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. lawful permanent resident, a Refugee, or an Asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations. Learn more about ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
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