Principal Spacecraft Communication Systems Engineer I
CesiumAstroAustin, Texas, United States
Posted March 10, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
CesiumAstro is a developer and pioneer of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms.
Job Description
CesiumAstro is seeking a Principal Spacecraft Communication Systems Engineer to own the design, configuration, and operation of the satellite's space-to-ground communication links. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems engineering and expertise with space-based communication payloads and ground terminals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field
- Minimum of 9 years of experience with satellite communications, RF system engineering, or related fields
- Expertise in design, verification, and operation of satellite communication links
- Strong understanding of link budget analysis, modulation schemes, and ground station interfaces
- Hands-on experience configuring and testing ground station equipment and space-qualified radios and antennas
- Practical understanding of how space links fail, why, and how to fix them before they break
- Ability to define and implement communication system CONOPS for nominal and emergency operations
- Experience with satellite communication link licensing and regulatory compliance (ITU/FCC)
Benefits
- Company stock options
- Generous benefits package
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- HSA (Health Savings Account)
- FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Retirement plans