# Senior RF Engineer at Cowboy Space

- Company: Cowboy Space
- What the company does: Backed by a16z, Index and NEA.
- Company website: https://www.cowboyspace.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: San Carlos, California
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-15
- Apply by: 2026-11-29
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/cowboyspace/a5e1b468-35f3-4cae-9c99-98b550017806?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/cowboy-space-senior-rf-engineer/

## About the role

We are looking for a hands-on RF engineer to own the selection, development, integration, and radio systems and associated RF hardware for our launch vehicle and spacecraft. You will turn mission requirements into a communications system that works reliably from the ground station to the vehicle. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer, or aerospace engineering, physics, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience developing or integrating RF communications systems for space applications, including hands-on hardware verification and environmental qualification
- Experience translating communications requirements into radio and antenna selections, link budgets, and hardware or system-level verification plans
- Proficiency with RF laboratory equipment, including vector network analyzers, spectrum or signal analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and oscilloscopes
- Working knowledge of digital communications and modulation, RF measurement methods, and EMI/EMC mitigation through grounding, shielding, filtering, and cable routing
- Ability to use Python or MATLAB for test support and data analysis, document results clearly, and resolve integration issues with suppliers and engineers from other disciplines

Tags: Launch & Propulsion Engineering

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/cowboy-space-senior-rf-engineer/