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Principal RF Engineer

EchoStar Corporation
San Diego, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 May 2025
💰 $151,000/yr($113,500/yr$151,000/yr)

About the role

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.

EchoStar has an exciting opportunity in our Hughes Network Systems division for a Principal RF Engineer. This position will be located at our San Diego, CA.

Responsibilities:

  • Design RF/Microwave electrical circuits, components and transceivers including computer/mathematical modeling, part, material and process selection, CAD layout and packaging
  • Perform specification analysis for new products and component design including creation of drawing package and specification control documents
  • Generate system block diagrams, interconnection drawings (ICDs), and RF assembly outline drawings
  • Evaluate new technologies for different satellite communication application and produce prototype hardware consistent with company manufacturing produceability requirements
  • Perform design verification and testing for Transmit/Receive boards using Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Oscilloscopes and Signal Generators
  • Perform RF (Radio Frequency) hardware integration
  • Perform and coordinate production engineering support functions such as test fixtures, materials, design, and process problem evaluation and solution
  • Guide factory test engineers and technicians on test and debug efforts
  • Automate RF tests using LabView.

Basic Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
  • 8+ years' experience in Hardware Engineering.
  • 8+ years' experience with each of the following: RF Systems, Microwave Systems; RF test equipment such as: Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field plus 8+ years' experience in Hardware Engineering
  • Experience with RF simulation tool - ADS, MWO, or similar
  • Experience with Spice modeling is a plus

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level and competencies. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.

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Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $113,500.00 - $151,000.00

EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

  • Financial:  401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability

  • Work-Life Balance:  Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)

  • Employee Incentives:  Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet

  • Health:  Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to developing and promoting an inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer- Veteran/Disability. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender

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