Varda Space
RF Components Engineer II
$144K–$208K
El Segundo, California, United States · Full-time · Posted Oct 2, 2026
- Experience
- Open to candidates of all experience levels; role and responsibilities adjusted accordingly.
- Education
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or a related field.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be a U.S. person permitted to access the company’s export-controlled technology without an export license.
About the job
Owns the lifecycle, integration, and qualification of RF flight components that connect Varda’s satellite vehicles with ground stations.
What you'll do
- Specify, select or design, and manage RF flight components through their lifecycle in collaboration with RF Systems Engineers and cross-functional teams.
- Own acceptance and space-environment qualification testing, and develop software to automate RF component testing.
- Investigate test failures, identify root causes, and implement flight-risk mitigations.
What they ask for
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with RF test equipment and familiarity with RF components.
- Experience designing and integrating RF components into transmit or receive signal chains.
- Proficiency with Python; familiarity with PyVISA or similar test software libraries.
Nice to have
- Experience with HITL testbeds, configuration control, system-level testing, or environmental test equipment.
- Familiarity with Unix environments; project or program management skills.
Pay
USD $144,020 - $208,029 per year (base salary)
Tools
Python, PyVISA, VNAs, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, function generators, power meters, power supplies
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