Communication and Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer (RF Engineer)
Company Details
Astroscale is a Tokyo-based company that employs highly motivated and experienced computer vision (CV) senior software engineers. The space debris problem, which is becoming more serious every day, is a problem that threatens sustainable space asset management, and Astroscale is a company that is trying to solve this problem. In the duties recruited this time, you will participate in and contribute to the concept of mission solutions and the formation of a viable team. This job is based in Japan, but there is also collaboration with the global team. This is your unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant, fast-growing company.
Responsibilities
- Procure RF Communication components such as transponder, RF transceiver, antenna and coaxial switches.
- Conduct component-level testing such as vibration, thermal vacuum/cycle and electrical tests.
- Conduct communication subsystem-level tests.
- Coordinate interface between communication and other subsystems including command and data handling (C&DH), guidance navigation control (GNC) and power subsystems.
- Conduct compatibility test between communication subsystem and ground station.
- Create and maintain documents related to communication subsystem testing, design and operation.
- Support frequency license application and coordination with relevant organization
Essential Skills
- Diploma; Bachelor or Master degree in electrical engineering or relevant area.
- 3+ years of experience in RF / communication system development.
- Experience in testing of communication systems.
- Sufficient knowledge in analogue, digital and RF circuits.
- Basic knowledge in mechanical engineering and harnessing.
- Native level Japanese ability.
Desired Skills
- Qualification for first-class land radio engineer
- Experience in satellite RF / communication system development.
- Experience in designing communication components by self.
- Experience in leading design/testing of communication subsystem.
- Experience working with/in global team.
- Business level English capability.