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Principal RF/Microwave Engineer

Kapta Space
Location
Redmond, WA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Technical Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Deep RF/microwave theory knowledge
  • Practical design and laboratory experience
  • Track record of taking RF hardware from first principles to flight-ready implementation
  • Experience with coherent multi-channel receivers, transmitters, phased arrays, radar, or space/defense hardware
  • U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status
What the job really is

The Principal RF/Microwave Engineer at Kapta Space will be responsible for designing, developing, integrating, and qualifying RF and microwave hardware for spaceborne radar systems. This role involves translating radar-level requirements into high-performance hardware, making critical design decisions, and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to ensure the successful implementation of complex RF hardware for advanced applications in geospatial intelligence and defense.

Things to weigh
  • Hands-on principal-level individual contributor role with substantial technical authority
  • Fast-paced, multi-disciplinary team environment
  • No salary or benefits information provided
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