UHF Receiver Support Engineer at Aegis Aerospace, Inc. in Littleton, Colorado

Job Description:

UHF Receiver Support Engineer
Littleton, Colorado

Join Aegis Aerospace as a UHF Radio Receiver Design Support Engineer and play a key role in advancing next-generation space technology! We are looking for a talented engineer to support cutting-edge satellite communications at Lockheed Martin's Waterton Campus in Littleton, Colorado.

This hybrid position requires on-site work 4 days per week. The annual salary ranges from $85,000.00 to $115,000.00, based on experience, education, and relevant certifications. This full-time role is scheduled for a Period of Performance (POP) from April 2025 to September 2026.

Overview
This position supports the adaptation of existing GOES UHF radio systems for integration into the Geo-XO spacecraft in collaboration with the prime contractor. The engineer will contribute to Aegis' contract with Lockheed Martin (LM) at the Waterton Campus in Denver, CO, working alongside LM's team to modify, integrate, and test UHF radio system hardware using established design processes. Responsibilities include reviewing design products, analyzing test results, and effectively communicating findings to all stakeholders.


Did you know?
Aegis Aerospace has more than 30 years of experience in creating innovative and practical solutions to fulfill defense and space needs.

We are looking for candidates who are ready to revolutionize the space and defense industry and pioneer new technological advancements to safeguard our country.

Are you ready to Innovate, Explore, and Protect?

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze adaptations of existing UHF radio designs from the legacy GOES spacecraft for integration into new systems.
• Support the design and testing of the Evolved Packet Core (EPC) portion of the UHF receiver.
• Develop test procedures to verify the COMM UHF receiver's functionality under various conditions, including launch, orbit, and operational phases.
• Contribute to the overall unit test campaign and assist in test execution.
• Develop internal plans to integrate UHF receiver hardware and software with other satellite systems for seamless operation.
• Assist the internal ECAD team in translating schematics using Expedition software.
• Provide surge support for specification reviews and preliminary subcontracting tasks.

Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must presently be a US Citizen
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline from an accredited college
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in radio systems design beyond an academic environment
• Extensive experience with EPC or heritage systems
• Proficiency in layout and ECAD tools
• Hands-on experience with Expedition software
• Knowledge of radio frequency active and passive components
• Familiarity with both RF active and passive systems
• Strong technical problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in team environments where communication is critical
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong sense of initiative
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with project managers, team leads, customers, and contract colleagues
• Ability to earn and maintain the confidence and respect of customers and contract personnel through close collaboration
• Sound professional judgment in setting objectives, milestones, and priorities
• Dependable work ethic and commitment to project completion

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Master's Degree in an Engineering related discipline.
• Experience working with government contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations and contractual requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat, with the ability to effectively utilize these tools for documentation, communication, and collaboration.

About Aegis Aerospace
We are a woman-owned space and technology company headquartered in Houston, TX. Our primary objective is to support the Department of Defense and NASA in achieving their missions to defend the security of our country, reach new heights and to discover the unknown. We employ some of the brightest, most experienced engineering and technology experts in the U.S.

To learn more about Aegis Aerospace, visit our website at http://www.AegisAero.com

Aegis Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran).



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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