• Satellite Platform RF/EMC Systems Engineer

    Actalent (Palo Alto, CA)


    Job Title: Satellite Platform RF/EMC Systems Engineer

    Job Description

    The Satellite Platform RF/EMC Systems Engineer will engage in various tasks and activities, tailored to the candidate's experience. The role demands participation in electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) analyses, reviewing communication payload RF transmitter/receiver analyses, and preparing system-level EMC test plans. The engineer will also support platform design activities and troubleshoot EMC-related issues on integrated satellite and platform engineering model test setups. Additionally, the role involves supporting RF/EMC aspects of systems engineering documentation and contributing to various program reviews.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform EMC analyses and interpret unit-level EMC test reports.

    + Review communication payload RF transmitter/receiver analyses and test results, recommending design enhancements for electromagnetic compatibility.

    + Prepare system-level EMC test plans and conduct satellite-level EMC testing.

    + Support platform design activities related to grounding, shielding, and wiring harness signal segregation and routing.

    + Troubleshoot EMC-related issues on integrated satellite and platform engineering model test setups.

    + Support RF/EMC aspects of systems engineering documentation including requirements specifications, statement of compliance, verification matrix, and design descriptions.

    + Participate in various program reviews such as EQSR, SRR, PDR, and CDR.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s degree in electrical or aerospace engineering.

    + 5+ years of relevant experience.

    + Strong RF and/or EMC engineering background .

    + Substantial experience with large-scale system-level EMC testing.

    + Experience with unit-level EMC testing per international standards or equivalent methods and testing levels.

    + Systems engineering experience including experience with RF, digital & analog electronic unit designs, and wiring harnesses.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Understanding of the space environment and communication satellites.

    + Demonstrated capability to efficiently work with little to no supervision.

    + Ability to lead and mentor junior members of the engineering team.

    + Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; knowledge of French is advantageous.

    Work Environment

    This is a remote position with 20% travel. This position is supporting EST Time Zone.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $115.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully remote position.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.