What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Satellite Payload Engineer position at EchoStar?
Principal Satellite Payload Engineer
We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Satellite Payload Engineer to join our team at EchoStar Corporation.
About the Role
The successful candidate will work with a team of technical engineers and satellite manufacturers to develop next generation satellite payload technology for NTN-LEO applications.
- Collaborate with satellite manufacturers and Hughes engineers to ensure all satellite requirements are satisfied for proper operation within LEO systems.
- Establish and monitor objectives, specifications, and plans to ensure projects are executed effectively.
- Participate in design reviews and trade analysis for optimal performance and operation of the satellite and constellation.
- Represent Hughes in payload component selection and make/buy decisions to ensure vendor experience, quality, and ability to deliver meet requirements.
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
- 15 years' experience in engineering development of commercial communication systems.
- 5 years' experience with LEO constellations including specification, design, manufacturing, launch, and operations.
- 5 years' experience with reliability, particularly how it relates to component selection, manufacturing process, and test.
- 5 years' experience with manufacturing and testing of ESAs.
- 5 years' experience with Ka-band and S-band RF electronics.
- 5 years' experience with terrestrial cellular including 3G/4G/5G.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience working with launch providers is highly desirable.
What We Offer
EchoStar offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:
- Annual salary range: $139,000.00 - $185,000.00.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Profit-sharing.
- Company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
EchoStar is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Salary : $139,000 - $185,000
