[Remote] Communications Engineer - Part Time

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Planet is a global company that designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. They are seeking a part-time Communications Engineer to assist in the development of next-generation onboard links, ground radios, and antenna systems for satellite communications.ResponsibilitiesAssist in the development of GnuRadio based ground modem solutionAssist in the design and verification of space segment software defined radios and modemsFPGA based hardware transceivers: RF/Analog/Digital circuit design, simulation, instrumentation, test and characterizationSupport of RF/MW/Optical Comms system bringup, integration and testSkillsGraduate or Senior year level in Electrical Engineering, Physics or Computer ScienceSolid fundamentals in signal processing and floating point to fixed point design flowAbility to adapt and learn a multitude of skills in order to contribute to the design of a complex system including but not limited to modem physical layer (PHY), active RF circuits, transceivers, PLL synthesizers, mixers, switches, RF amplifiers, oscillators, detectors, filters, and other building blocks for space and ground station applicationsExcellent documentation, presentation and communication skillsBachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Physics or Computer Science, studying for a graduate degree in STEMExperience with Matlab and Simulink for communications systems designExperience with software Defined Radio (SDR) platforms and respective signal processing libraries (ex.: GNURadio)Experience in C, C++, Linux, Python, and data analysis toolsBenefitsComprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plansHealth Savings Account (HSA) with a company contributionGenerous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off16 Weeks of Paid Parental LeaveWellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Home Office ReimbursementMonthly Phone and Internet ReimbursementTuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn LearningEquityCommuter Benefits (if local to an office)Volunteering Paid Time OffCompany OverviewPlanet is an aerospace and data analytics company that builds small satellites and delivers information about the changing planet. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.planet.com.Company H1B SponsorshipPlanet has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 5 in 2022, 12 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.



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