Rf Systems Engineer

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RF Systems Engineer Job Description Design radio communication systems for human spaceflight modules, calculate RF link budgets, and analyze system performance. Coordinate integration of communication components with spacecraft and ground hardware/software. Lead functional and integration testing of radio communication components and perform Radio Frequency interference and compatibility analysis for communication systems. Responsibilities Design and develop radio communication systems for human spaceflight modules. Calculate RF link budgets and analyze system performance to ensure optimal functionality. Coordinate the integration of communication components with both spacecraft and ground hardware/software. Lead functional and integration testing of radio communication components. Perform Radio Frequency interference and compatibility analysis. Essential Skills Proficiency in RF and radio frequency systems. Experience in radio system integration. Expertise with test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and multi-meters. 7+ years in radio systems design and testing. Experience with data protocols. Aerospace experience. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or RF Design. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in RF integration and testing. Experience with aerospace and spaceflight projects. Work Environment You will be part of an Avionics team led by a team leader, working with a group of over 20 engineers. You will also collaborate with a larger station project team consisting of more than 200 professionals. This role offers the opportunity to work on the first privatized commercial space station. The position includes a 12-month contract-to-hire arrangement, with two weeks of paid time off and holidays, along with competitive pay. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.