Staff Systems Engineer working on delivering complex software applications into operations with a talented team at CACI. Supporting development and verification of mission capabilities while ensuring operational efficiency.
About the role
- RF Systems Engineer III developing spacecraft communication systems for civil, commercial, and National Security Space programs. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance RF communications technology.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Chief Communications Architect to develop end-to-end RF communications system architectures for spacecraft across civil, commercial, and National Security Space programs
- Develop and maintain initial RF link budgets for space-to-ground and crosslink communications across a range of mission profiles and orbital regimes
- Define and develop system-level RF specifications and flow them down to spacecraft development teams for further design, integration, and delivery
- Design and support testing of spacecraft Telemetry, Tracking & Command (TT&C) systems and mission data systems
- Perform RF systems analysis and trade studies, including modulation schemes, frequency band selection, antenna coverage, and link margin optimization
- Support requirements definition, traceability, and verification across the RF communications subsystem lifecycle
- Conduct performance analysis for missions spanning Earth-centered orbits (LEO, MEO, GEO) as well as deep space environments including cislunar and Mars
- Engage with internal spacecraft development teams and external partners to ensure RF system designs meet mission requirements
- Contribute to technical reviews and provide subject matter expertise on RF communications topics
- Support proposal development and new business capture activities across the business unit, including classified programs
- Stay current with emerging technologies, standards, and best practices in spacecraft RF communications
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or a closely related technical field
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in RF systems engineering, including design, analysis, integration, and/or test of spacecraft communications systems
- Demonstrated experience developing RF link budgets and performing end-to-end communications system analysis
- Working knowledge of spacecraft TT&C subsystem architectures, including transmitters, receivers, transponders, and associated ground station equipment
- Experience developing and flowing down system-level RF specifications to hardware development teams
- Familiarity with RF communications standards and protocols relevant to space applications (e.g., CCSDS)
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform system-level trade studies and communicate results clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience contributing to technical documentation and design reviews
- Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance is required
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability
- 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
- Education Support Program
- Up to four (4) weeks paid time off per year
- Up to 14 company-paid holidays
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