Principal Electrical Engineer, Radio Frequency (RF)

True Anomaly  · Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA  · Apr 15, 2026

A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.

Responsibilities:
Architect multi-mission RF systems across S/X/Ka-Band and other frequency regimes; ensure end-to-end link margin and performance robustness across the enterprise
Define mission communication architectures; validate end-to-end RF system performance at program and enterprise levels
Oversee mission-level RF verification and payload qualification across multiple concurrent programs
Define corporate EMI/EMC strategy; engage with regulatory bodies and spectrum authorities on behalf of True Anomaly
Set the long-term communication system strategy and link design philosophy across all programs
Shapes company RF technical narratives; influence executives and senior leadership on strategic technical pursuits
Grow and shape the senior RF engineering talent pipeline; mentor staff and senior engineers into leadership roles
Drive transformative solutions that establish new RF capabilities at the company level
Define enterprise delivery standards and drive consistent outcomes across the RF organization
Serve as an external representative for True Anomaly's RF capabilities at industry forums, with customers, and with partners
Embody and scale True Anomaly's engineering values company-wide; set the cultural and technical tone for the RF discipline
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master's or PhD strongly preferred)
14+ years of progressive RF engineering experience, including significant experience in spacecraft or space-borne communication systems
Demonstrated track record of architecting and delivering multi-mission, multi-band RF communication systems in space or missile defense applications
Deep expertise across the full RF engineering stack: component expertise, subsystem architecture, link analysis, EMI/EMC, test and qualification
Experience engaging with regulatory bodies, spectrum authorities, or standards organizations
Proven ability to influence at the executive level and drive enterprise-wide technical strategy
Strong track record of growing and developing senior engineering talent
Experience with classified space communication systems and NSA Type 1 encryption
Expertise in satellite communication link optimization and technology trades
Awareness of key technology progression across the industry as it pertains to forward looking implementation and strategy
Experience with regulatory filing committees and ITU/FCC spectrum coordination processes
Publications, patents, or conference presentations in RF/microwave engineering or space communications
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Company
True Anomaly
Location
Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA
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Job Type
Full-time
Category
RF / Microwave
Posted
Apr 15, 2026
Source
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