Principal Electrical Engineer, Radio Frequency (RF)

On-siteUnited States

Quinte West, Ontario, Canada · Long Beach, California, United States · Denver, Colorado, United States

About the opportunity

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

BENEFITS & PERKS*

Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.

*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles

YOUR MISSION

As a Principal RF Electrical Engineer at True Anomaly, you will set the functional RF architecture strategy for the company and be accountable for enterprise-wide technical decisions across all spacecraft communication systems.

You will shape the long-term technical direction of the RF discipline, influence company leadership, grow senior engineering talent, and represent True Anomaly's capabilities externally to customers, partners, and the broader aerospace community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Architect multi-mission RF systems across S/X/Ka-Band and other frequency regimes; ensure end-to-end link margin and performance robustness across the enterprise
Define mission communication architectures; validate end-to-end RF system performance at program and enterprise levels
Oversee mission-level RF verification and payload qualification across multiple concurrent programs
Define corporate EMI/EMC strategy; engage with regulatory bodies and spectrum authorities on behalf of True Anomaly
Set the long-term communication system strategy and link design philosophy across all programs
Shapes company RF technical narratives; influence executives and senior leadership on strategic technical pursuits
Grow and shape the senior RF engineering talent pipeline; mentor staff and senior engineers into leadership roles
Drive transformative solutions that establish new RF capabilities at the company level
Define enterprise delivery standards and drive consistent outcomes across the RF organization
Serve as an external representative for True Anomaly's RF capabilities at industry forums, with customers, and with partners
Embody and scale True Anomaly's engineering values company-wide; set the cultural and technical tone for the RF discipline

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master's or PhD strongly preferred)
14+ years of progressive RF engineering experience, including significant experience in spacecraft or space-borne communication systems
Demonstrated track record of architecting and delivering multi-mission, multi-band RF communication systems in space or missile defense applications
Deep expertise across the full RF engineering stack: component expertise, subsystem architecture, link analysis, EMI/EMC, test and qualification
Experience engaging with regulatory bodies, spectrum authorities, or standards organizations
Proven ability to influence at the executive level and drive enterprise-wide technical strategy
Strong track record of growing and developing senior engineering talent

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Experience with classified space communication systems and NSA Type 1 encryption
Expertise in satellite communication link optimization and technology trades
Awareness of key technology progression across the industry as it pertains to forward looking implementation and strategy
Experience with regulatory filing committees and ITU/FCC spectrum coordination processes
Publications, patents, or conference presentations in RF/microwave engineering or space communications
Experience in a high-growth aerospace startup environment
Record of external industry influence through panels, working groups, or advisory roles

COMPENSATION

Base Salary: $190,000 - $275,000
Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and

may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and

skills, education, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA locations.
Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.

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