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Rf Satellite Communication Engineering Manager Jobs

Satellite Communications Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Master's degree in electrical engineering, satellite communications, or related discipline. * Expertise in RF and microwave system design, signal processing, and satellite network engineering.

Satellite Communications Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Master's degree in electrical engineering, satellite communications, or related discipline. * Expertise in RF and microwave system design, signal processing, and satellite network engineering.

Satellite Communications Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Master's degree in electrical engineering, satellite communications, or related discipline. * Expertise in RF and microwave system design, signal processing, and satellite network engineering.

... satellite communication systems. As part of the Communications Engineering team, you will be ... Manage competing priorities and manage individual tasks towards larger company and team objectives.

... satellite communication systems. As part of the Communications Engineering team, you will be ... Manage competing priorities and manage individual tasks towards larger company and team objectives.

Satellite Systems Engineer

Sterling, VA ยท On-site

$99K - $206K/yr

This position requires a seasoned Satellite Systems Engineer who has had at least 6 years of experience in managing satellite communications networks. Must be well versed in RF theory, communications ...

$68K - $161K/yr

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including program managers, systems engineers, and military ... Experience in RF engineering and communications system testing including satellite and tactical ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for rf satellite communication engineering manager in the United States is $117,680.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,500.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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RF Satellite Systems Engineer

Boulder, CO โ€ข On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago


Job description

Overview
Stellar Solutions, a nationally recognized "Great Place To Work", has exciting opportunities providing Engineering solutions for innovative new-entrant space companies, as well as established space systems manufacturers, commercial space system operators and service providers, and other industry stakeholders including investors.
At Stellar Solutions, we offer talented, energetic, and immediately productive resources to satisfy our customers' critical needs in systems engineering and integration, mission operations, program management and strategic planning. We are a leading service and expertise provider for high-tech commercial ventures, spanning communications, earth observation and remote sensing systems and data products, to the infrastructures that support earth orbiting and beyond earth orbit businesses.
Stellar Solutions Inc. is searching for an experienced and enthusiastic RF Satellite Systems Engineer to support our customers in developing, analyzing, and implementing commercial satellite communication systems.
Role/Responsibilities/Qualifications
For this role, key qualifications include: experience with commercial spacecraft architecture, RF system design, Satellite hardware and suppliers, and System implementation and test.
Role is immediate, full time, and located in the Boulder, CO area with the potential to also support from other US locations.
Successful candidate will need to be comfortable working in fast-paced commercial and start up environments and enjoy working with multidisciplinary teams on a diverse array of challenges related to satellite system development and implementation, including system architecture analysis and optimization, RF System design, RF hardware development, and system implementation including production and test.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide Systems Engineering leadership for RF payload design, build, and test
  • Provide RF Systems design leadership and advice as part of multi-disciplinary teams, assessing and developing system designs which satisfy customer business requirements
  • Provide RF Systems input to deliverables based on program requirements, including requirements, analysis, CONOPs, V&V, Design Reviews, AIT plans, operations plans
  • Support supplier selection, supplier contract negotiation, and supplier oversight
  • Assessing and managing risk and risk mitigation activities
  • Identify technical issues and proactively implement resolution to mitigate schedule and cost impacts

Required Skills and Experience
  • Experience with commercial space systems RF system design and implementation
  • Attention to detail and ability to parse requirements
  • Knowledge of emerging RF technologies and suppliers
  • Ability to work independently
  • Excellent technical communications skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • US Citizen and must be eligible to obtain security clearance

Desired Skills and Experience
  • Working knowledge of spacecraft & subsystem design and manufacturing
  • Requirements definition and flow down
  • Experience with project management
  • Experience working with task management software (Jira, etc.)

Education and Work Experience
  • BS and/or MS in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or equivalent, and 10+ years relevant experience

Compensation
The typical pay range for this position is USD $150,000 - $180,000 per year. Individual pay is determined by many factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a comprehensive total rewards package that includes an annual performance bonus, an employer-funded Profit-Sharing Plan (PSP) contribution based on base compensation, and comprehensive employer-paid medical benefits, PTO pay-out options, along with additional company-sponsored benefits. All of these benefits represent an additional 30-40% to your base compensation for a total compensation package.
Deliverable(s)
Join our dynamic team to shape the future of commercial space systems! You'll play a pivotal role in managing large system procurements and providing expert advice on cutting-edge space and ground systems, working alongside top-tier professionals in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.