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CesiumAstro

Senior RF Test Engineer II

Westminster, CO

$134K - $161K/yr

Current programs span high-power, large-scale ground terminals for missile defense to commercial airline and helicopter connectivity solutions. We are looking to add a Senior RF Test Engineer II to ...

CesiumAstro

Senior RF Test Engineer II

Westminster, CO · On-site

$134K - $161K/yr

Current programs span high-power, large-scale ground terminals for missile defense to commercial airline and helicopter connectivity solutions. We are looking to add a Senior RF Test Engineer II to ...

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How much do helicopter engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for helicopter engineer in Colorado is $78,077.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,654.00 and $101,193.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Helicopter Engineer job?

A Helicopter Engineer is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and inspection of helicopters to ensure they operate safely and efficiently. They diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, perform routine servicing, and comply with aviation regulations. Helicopter Engineers often specialize in airframes, engines, or avionics, working in military, commercial, or private aviation sectors. Their role is crucial for flight safety, requiring technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Helicopter Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Helicopter Engineer, you need a solid grounding in aerospace engineering principles, mechanical systems, and typically a relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification. Familiarity with CAD software, maintenance management systems, and certifications such as FAA Part 147 or EASA Part 66 is often required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication abilities set outstanding engineers apart. These skills are vital for ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of helicopter operations and maintenance.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a Helicopter Engineer?

As a Helicopter Engineer, your day typically includes performing scheduled maintenance checks, troubleshooting and repairing mechanical or avionics issues, and documenting all work according to aviation regulations. You may also collaborate with pilots and other engineers to assess aircraft performance, address technical concerns, and participate in safety briefings. Working conditions can vary from hangars to airfields, and attention to safety and regulatory compliance is always paramount. This hands-on, detail-oriented role is essential to keeping helicopters operational and minimizing downtime.
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Infographic showing various Helicopter Engineer job openings in Colorado as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $78,077 per year, or $37.5 per hour.
Electronics Engineer I - SATCOM

Electronics Engineer I - SATCOM

CesiumAstro

Westminster, CO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
 
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
 
The Skylark product line is focused on the rapid design, build, and test of cutting-edge active phased array antennas (AESA) for terrestrial and airborne applications. Current programs span high-power, large-scale ground terminals for missile defense to commercial airline and helicopter connectivity solutions.  

We are looking to add an Electronics Engineer I to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing leading-edge electronics for aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you.

In this role, you will contribute to the full lifecycle design and implementation of board-level and system-level electronics hardware for advanced RF communication systems. We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer I who is early in their career and passionate about engineering. This position offers the opportunity to develop core engineering skills while working alongside a highly experienced team in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or higher in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
  • Industry experience in board-level electronics design, analysis, and test.
  • Strong EE fundamentals.
  • Working knowledge of adjacent fields, such as software and mechanical.
  • Experience with lab equipment including oscilloscopes, power supplies, multi meters, or logic analyzers.  
  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
  • Ability to ask questions and implement feedback.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
  • PCB layout experience using tools such as Altium, Cadence, or KiCAD. (Altium preferred)
  • Experience delivering subcircuit or board designs to production and deployment.
  • Own key portions of the end-to-end electronics design process, from concept and architecture through schematic, layout, test, and production.
  • Experience using LTSpice for circuit and/or system level simulations.
  • Experience implementing microcontrollers or FPGAs into designs.
  • Complete analysis such as worst-case circuit analysis, signal integrity analysis, and power integrity analysis.
  • Develop bring-up plans and design verification plans for new circuit elements.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.  Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.  
 
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.