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RFIC Engineer (Starshield Silicon)

SpaceX· Starshield Satellite Engineering
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Hawthorne, CA$125k - $145kfull-timePosted 5mo ago

About the role

RFIC Design Engineer on the Starshield team developing next-generation RFICs for space and ground infrastructures, supporting U.S. National Security. Fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on rapid iteration from design to operational capability.

Responsibilities

  • Design, simulate and model RF/analog/mixed-signal circuits and systems
  • Derive specifications for the RFIC subsystems and circuits
  • Develop analog/mixed-signal/RF/microwave circuits in SiGe, GaAs, GaN, or CMOS processes
  • Work with system architects, modem/DSP and ASIC engineers to partition functions between hardware and software domains
  • Perform IC floor planning and layout
  • Own packaging prototypes, product development, and release to production. Model package and external parasitic components
  • Evaluate and characterize prototypes of the design
  • Assist in the development of automated test lab equipment for lab measurements
  • Work with manufacturing engineers on production testing and qualification of the RFIC components and systems

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science
  • 1+ years of RF integrated circuit experience

Skills

Required:RF/analog/mixed-signal circuit design
Nice to have:Circuit simulation and analysisRF front-end knowledgeDigital communication conceptsTesting and measurement

Benefits

  • comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • short & long-term disability insurance
  • life insurance
  • paid parental leave
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • paid sick leave per company policy
  • employee stock options / long-term incentives optional
  • discretionary bonuses and stock purchase plan discounts
Last updated Jul 8, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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