Cowboyspace
Electrical Engineer, Optical Communications
- Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
- $150k–$200k
- Mid level
- Full-time
- On-site · San Carlos, California
- 3+ yrs exp
- Added 3 weeks ago
About this role
Cowboy Space Corp. seeks an Electrical Engineer specializing in Optical Communications to develop advanced communication systems for their innovative space-based solar energy infrastructure. This role requires a systems-level approach, focusing on high-speed optical and software-defined radio architectures. You will design, integrate, and validate communication subsystems under challenging conditions, playing a crucial role in powering a revolutionary approach to energy distribution and data processing.
What you'll do
- Design and integrate RF and hybrid RF/optical communication subsystems.
- Architect and implement software-defined radio (SDR) communication pipelines.
- Develop high-speed optical communication links with redundancy.
- Perform system-level trade studies and analyze performance under real-world conditions.
- Collaborate with avionics, firmware, and compute teams for system integration.
- Develop testing infrastructure for both lab and field validation.
What they're looking for
- RF Systems
- Optical Communications
- Software-Defined Radio (SDR)
- Communication Theory
- Link Budgeting
- PCB Design
- System Performance Analysis
- RF Lab Equipment
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Equity in Cowboy Space Corp.
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Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience with designing PCBAs for communication systems.
- Explain your approach to link budgeting and performance analysis for optical communications.