A well-funded aerospace team building a global low-latency satellite broadband network.

Sr. Communications Payload Architect

Los AngelesOn-site$170K - $240K7 - 15 years
You will define the electrical architecture for next-generation communication payloads, balancing strict mass and power constraints against aggressive bandwidth targets. Your days involve modeling link budgets in Python, iterating on RF chain designs, and collaborating directly with bus engineers to integrate complex subsystems. This role demands deep technical ownership of hardware that must survive launch and operate flawlessly in orbit for years.

What they're looking for

  • 7 to 15 years of experience designing flight hardware for satellites or spacecraft.
  • Advanced proficiency in Python for systems modeling, data analysis, or automation.
  • Demonstrated expertise in RF communications, link budget analysis, and payload integration.
  • Ability to work on-site in Los Angeles within a specialized hardware manufacturing environment.

Tech stack

Python

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