RF Systems and Satellite Communcations Engineer

Akkodis is recruiting for a RF Systems and Satellite Communications Engineer for a client in the Laurel, MD area. This is an onsite contract position with a pay range of $85 an hour to $95 an hour depending on education, experience and location. We are seeking an RF systems engineer to design, analyze and develop NASA and DoD 's next generation spacecraft.

• You will perform conceptual systems design, simulation, link analysis, hardware trade studies, technical tradeoffs, and costing for satellite communications and RF system design concepts for both space and ground segments.
• You will work with mission and spacecraft systems engineers, peer subsystem engineers and project management in overall mission development and execution from concept to launch, including technical concept design, requirements, development phases, technical reviews, budget development and schedule.
• You will lead technical teams throughout the RF systems development cycle, including system concept, trade studies, prototype work, flight development, integration, and test.
• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years direct experience in satellite RF communications and RF systems design, development, simulation (MATLAB, SystemVue, or equivalent) and operations.
• Experience in RF hardware design and/or testing.
• Are willing and able to accommodate: flexible hours for spacecraft level testing activities for short periods of time, infrequent travel to customer or sponsor locations as well as spacecraft integration and test sites.
• Active secret clearance

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance