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Principal Satellite Payload Engineer

Quadrant, Inc.
United States, Maryland, Germantown
Mar 12, 2025
Principal Satellite Payload Engineer Germantown MD Pay From: $90 per hour MUST: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering required 15+ years' of experience in engineering development of commercial communication systems 5+ years' experience with LEO constellations including specification, design, manufacturing, launch, and operations 5+ years' experience with reliability, particularly how it relates to component selection, manufacturing process, and test 5+ years' experience with manufacturing and testing of ESAs 5+ years' experience with Ka-band and S-band RF electronics 5+ years' experience with terrestrial cellular including 3G/4G/5G Ability to travel periodically in North America and internationally Master's degree in electrical engineering- preferred Previous work with launch providers- preferred DUTIES: The candidate will work with a team of highly technical engineers and satellite manufacturers to develop and produce next generation satellite payload technology for NTN-LEO applications. Works with satellite manufacturers and engineers to ensure all satellite requirements are satisfied for proper operation within LEO systems Establishes and monitors objectives, specifications, and plans to ensure projects are executed effectively Participates in design reviews and trade analysis for optimal performance and operation of the satellite and constellation Represents client in payload component selection and make/buy decisions to ensure vendor experience, quality, and ability to deliver meet requirements Analyzes satellite and constellation reliability by trading cost versus MTTF and performance versus user experience Oversees the satellite manufacturing plan and processes for high volume LEO satellite production including analysis of supply chain, assembly, and test Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. "Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act".