Sr. RF Systems Analysis Engineer, Regulatory; Starlink

Sr. RF Systems Analysis Engineer, Regulatory (Starlink)

Space

X is developing and operating the massive Starlink satellite constellation, which provides broadband internet worldwide. As a Senior RF Systems Analysis Engineer, Regulatory you will advise the team on legal and policy advocacy for licensing, spectrum coordination, and regulatory compliance.

• Support technical analyses pertaining to radio frequency interference and satellite spectrum coordination.
• Model Starlink and other non‑geostationary satellite's operational topology and hardware.
• Simulate various scenarios considering regulatory constraints, geographic constraints, RF link budgets, constellation growth, customer growth, and coordination strategies.
• Based on simulation results, analyze network and user experience impacts and make recommendations on satellite policy and coordination strategy.
• Help provide strategic regulatory recommendations and advocacy support to business development efforts.

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or another engineering discipline.
• Experience in MATLAB, Python, C++, or other tools for modeling and analyzing RF systems.
• 5+ years of research, design, development, or regulatory experience in the RF and/or antenna domain.

• Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering with emphasis in RF/microwave circuits or communication theory.
• Basic understanding of satellite hardware and orbital mechanics.
• Experience with Visualyse.
• Experience modeling large non‑geostationary satellite constellations.
• Experience in satellite network simulation development and analysis.
• Experience with RF topics in satellite communications, including link budgets, antenna theory and design, and interference analysis.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission‑critical deadlines.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay range:
Sr. RF Engineer: $‑$ per year. Base salary is determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, Space

X offers long‑term incentives such as company stock, stock options, or long‑term cash awards, discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees receive comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. Additional benefits include up to three weeks of paid vacation, 10+ paid holidays per year, and accrued paid sick leave in accordance with company policy.

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