Contract Core Network Engineer United States (Remote — Eastern/Central time zone preferred)
Open hourly rate 6-month initial contract (potential to extend or convert to hire) Remote, Eastern or Central time zone preferred
A space & defense company needs a Core Network Engineer to backfill a teammate going on leave, starting immediately. The focus is 4G/5G core and 3GPP standards, with the core delivered by a vendor and integrated into the company’s own network.
The vendor owns the core; you’ll own testing, troubleshooting and requirement conversations with them. This is a high-level networking role — deep certifications aren’t required, just solid hands-on core experience.
What you’ll be doing
Step into an active core network effort, backfilling a teammate on leave.
Test and troubleshoot core network elements and services from design through deployment.
Define feature requirements directly with the core network vendor.
Support integration between the vendor-delivered core and the company’s own RAN (gNodeB/eNodeB).
What you’ll need
Hands-on experience with 4G/5G core networks and 3GPP standards.
Comfortable testing, troubleshooting and defining feature requirements with vendors.
Working knowledge of RAN integration (gNodeB/eNodeB) — not the primary focus.
High-level networking expertise; no deep certifications required.
Able to start immediately and work Eastern or Central time zone hours.
US-based and eligible to work on ITAR-controlled programs
Nice to have
Background at a major telecom operator or vendor (Nokia, Ericsson, Mavenir).
Prior contract or independent consulting work — you land and add value fast.
InterestedClick apply with an updated copy of your resume. I’ll come back to you within 48 hours. If you don’t hear back within 48 hours, please assume you haven’t been successful on this occasion.
Launch your career in Space. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Associate Mechanisms Engineer to support the assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) of spacecraft mechanisms. This is a hands-on role working closely with design, test, and production teams to ensure the successful build, qualification, and delivery of space mechanisms and subsystems.
Key Responsibilities
Support Production during spacecraft mechanism build, integration, and verification.
Perform and support mechanism and subsystem-level testing.
Develop test requirements, processes, materials, and tooling for vibration, shock, TVAC, and assembly activities.
Participate in design, analysis, and trade studies to determine appropriate AIT strategies.
Work with Design Engineering to improve manufacturing flow, cost, and hardware layout.
Collect and analyze test data and prepare detailed engineering reports.
Troubleshoot hardware anomalies and failures, perform root-cause analysis, and support corrective actions.
Contribute to mechanism design improvements based on findings during testing and production.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience
0–2 years of relevant experience in aerospace, precision hardware assembly, integration, or testing.
Preferred Experience
Space-qualified mechanisms such as actuators, release devices, hinges, latches, or deployment systems.
Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) and nonconformance resolution.
Spacecraft or aerospace Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT).
Environmental testing including vibration, shock, and thermal vacuum (TVAC).
Cleanroom practices and contamination control.
ECAD/MCAD integration, configuration control, and product data management.
Relevant standards or certifications including IPC-A-610/J-STD-001, NASA-STD-8739, ECSS-Q-ST-70, AS9100, or Six Sigma.
Technical Skills
CAD: Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, NX, Creo, or similar.
Analysis: FEA experience is beneficial.
PDM/PLM: Fusion or equivalent systems.
Testing: LabVIEW or similar data acquisition/test systems is preferred.
General: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
We are looking to add a Senior Material Planner to our growing team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about supporting new product development and manufacturing for an exciting product line of satellite communications equipment, we would like to hear from you.
In this position, you will support production and supply planning activities by developing material strategies, balancing supply and demand requirements, and coordinating material availability to support manufacturing schedules and customer commitments. This role contributes to operational performance by optimizing inventory levels, mitigating material risks, and improving planning processes that support efficient supply chain execution.
Working cross-functionally with supply chain, operations, engineering, program management, manufacturing, quality, and finance, this role supports production planning, material planning, inventory management, and supply chain execution while ensuring material availability aligns with production schedules, customer requirements, and business objectives.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and maintain integrated material plans that support production schedules, inventory objectives, and customer delivery requirements.
Analyze material requirements, inventory levels, demand forecasts, and supply commitments to ensure material availability.
Evaluate inventory performance and implement corrective actions to resolve shortages, excess inventory, and material constraints.
Support planning activities associated with new product introductions, engineering changes, production transitions, and demand fluctuations.
Coordinate with operations and manufacturing to support production schedules and material readiness.
Evaluate supply and demand requirements while identifying material constraints and recommending recovery plans.
Support execution of production planning, inventory replenishment, and material allocation activities.
Maintain planning parameters and material planning data within ERP and MRP systems.
Coordinate with supply chain, engineering, program management, manufacturing, quality, and finance to support material planning objectives.
Communicate material shortages, schedule impacts, supply risks, and recovery plans to appropriate stakeholders.
Collaborate with suppliers and supply chain personnel to resolve material availability issues and improve supplier performance.
Maintain planning documentation, reports, and material status updates.
Drive implementation of planning process improvements and operational initiatives.
Build productive working relationships with supply chain, operations, engineering, program management, manufacturing, quality, and finance.
Maintain planning documentation, planning parameters, inventory records, and performance metrics.
Contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes, inventory performance, and supply chain execution.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
Strong knowledge of material planning, production planning, inventory management, and supply chain principles.
Understanding of material requirements planning (MRP), demand planning, inventory optimization, production scheduling, and supply planning methodologies.
Experience utilizing ERP systems, MRP systems, inventory planning processes, and business reporting tools.
Demonstrates analytical thinking with the ability to evaluate inventory performance, material requirements, production demand, and supply risks.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple planning priorities, schedules, and material requirements.
Effective communication and collaboration skills with supply chain, operations, engineering, program management, manufacturing, quality, and finance.
Attention to detail when maintaining planning data, inventory records, and material requirements.
Applies strategic thinking to improve planning effectiveness, inventory performance, and supply chain execution.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, or equivalent platforms.
Working knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and supply planning systems.
Experience with business intelligence, data visualization, and reporting tools, such as Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent applications.
We're supporting an innovative aerospace company in the search for a Senior 3D Motion Designer to create cinematic, technically accurate visual content that brings cutting-edge space technology to life.
You'll lead the full 3D production pipeline—from modeling and animation through rendering and compositing—while collaborating directly with engineers to transform complex technical concepts into engaging visual stories.
What they're looking for:
5+ years in 3D motion design, animation, or VFX
Cinema 4D, Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max
Redshift, Octane, Arnold, or V-Ray
Adobe After Effects & Premiere Pro
Experience creating realistic product visualizations and technical animations
Strong portfolio showcasing high-end 3D work
Location: Austin, TX (On-site)
Please note: Applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person under U.S. export control regulations.
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We're partnering with an innovative aerospace and satellite communications company to hire a Senior Web Designer who will own the design, development, and ongoing optimization of the company's digital presence.
This is an opportunity to take full ownership of a high-impact website, creating engaging user experiences while collaborating closely with marketing, brand, and content teams.
What You'll Do
Own the end-to-end development of corporate website pages and campaign landing pages using Webflow.
Translate Figma designs into responsive, production-ready websites.
Build and maintain scalable CMS structures, reusable components, and design systems.
Develop custom functionality using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript where required.
Optimize website performance, SEO, accessibility (WCAG), and user experience.
Troubleshoot technical issues and lead quality assurance before launch.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver marketing campaigns and website enhancements.
Mentor junior team members and champion web development best practices.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Design, Web Development, or a related field.
5–8+ years of professional web design or Webflow development experience.
Advanced experience with Webflow, Figma, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Strong understanding of responsive design, cross-browser compatibility, SEO, and accessibility.
Experience building scalable design systems and CMS-driven websites.
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Why Apply?
Own and shape the digital experience for a growing aerospace company.
Work with modern web technologies and cutting-edge design tools.
Competitive compensation, equity, and comprehensive benefits.
Join a collaborative team working at the forefront of space technology.
Location: Austin, TX (On-site)
Work Authorization: Due to U.S. export control regulations, applicants must be U.S. Citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents, or otherwise qualify as a U.S. Person.
Our client is an innovative aerospace company developing next-generation satellite communications technology. Their engineering teams are designing and testing advanced spacecraft and supporting systems that push the boundaries of connectivity and space technology. As they continue to grow, they are seeking talented early-career engineers to join their expanding test and validation team.
Position Overview
We are seeking an Associate Electrical Test Engineer to support the development, execution, and documentation of electrical product testing for advanced aerospace hardware.
Working alongside experienced engineers, you’ll help validate electrical and electromechanical systems, develop test procedures, troubleshoot hardware, and ensure products meet performance and quality requirements throughout the development lifecycle.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or engineer with up to two years of experience looking to build a career in aerospace testing and validation.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with design and engineering teams to define electrical testing requirements.
Develop, document, and continuously improve test plans and test procedures.
Execute electrical and electromechanical tests in accordance with approved documentation.
Analyze test data and prepare clear technical reports for engineering teams.
Support troubleshooting and root cause investigations during testing.
Assist in improving test efficiency, including opportunities for automation.
Train and support technicians and engineers on test equipment and procedures when required.
Ensure testing activities comply with internal quality standards and engineering best practices.
Serve as a technical resource for laboratory equipment and testing methodologies.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Associate degree in Electrical Engineering with equivalent practical experience.
Experience
0–2 years of experience in engineering, testing, laboratory, manufacturing, or a related technical environment.
Recent graduates with relevant internship, co-op, or university project experience are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in an engineering or R&D laboratory.
Exposure to automated testing or scripting.
Familiarity with electronic laboratory equipment such as:
Digital multimeters
Power supplies
Source meters
Oscilloscopes (preferred)
Experience testing complex electrical or electronic hardware.
Knowledge of environmental, vibration, or reliability testing.
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
Technology Stack
Laboratory data acquisition and analysis tools
Test automation and scripting tools
Engineering documentation software
Standard laboratory electronic test equipment
Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for an engineer who enjoys hands-on testing, solving technical problems, and working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams. This role offers excellent exposure to product development, hardware validation, and test engineering within a fast-paced aerospace environment.
Our client is an innovative aerospace company developing next-generation satellite communications technology. They are building advanced spacecraft and supporting infrastructure to deliver reliable, global connectivity through cutting-edge space systems. As the company continues to grow, they are looking for talented early-career engineers to join their expanding engineering team.
Position Overview
We are seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, and testing of electrical harnesses for spacecraft and associated ground support equipment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer looking to gain hands-on experience across the full product lifecycle, working alongside experienced engineers on advanced aerospace hardware.
Key Responsibilities
Support the design, development, and integration of electrical harnesses for spacecraft and ground systems.
Create electrical schematics and select appropriate wiring, connectors, backshells, and harness components.
Develop and execute test plans to verify electrical system functionality, reliability, and performance.
Perform testing, analyze results, troubleshoot issues, and support design improvements.
Produce technical documentation including harness drawings, interface control documents, wiring diagrams, and installation procedures.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, including electrical, RF, power, mechanical, and systems engineering, to ensure successful hardware integration.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
0–2 years of professional experience, or a recent graduate with relevant internship, co-op, or university project experience.
Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to work effectively within a collaborative engineering environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of electrical harness design and integration.
Understanding of cable routing, shielding, grounding, and EMI/EMC principles.
Experience using CAD tools such as Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, CATIA, or similar software.
Familiarity with electrical simulation tools including SPICE, MATLAB, or equivalent.
Internship or project experience within aerospace, space, automotive, defence, or another high-reliability engineering industry.
Principal Electrical Engineer I – Phased Array Unit Lead
Build the Next Generation of Space Communications
An innovative aerospace company at the forefront of satellite communications is looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer – Phased Array Unit Lead to drive the development of cutting-edge Ka-band Active Electronically Steered Array (AESA) technology.
This is a highly visible leadership role where you'll own the technical direction and execution of advanced spaceborne payloads from concept through flight qualification. Working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll help deliver next-generation communications hardware that will power future satellite missions.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead the technical development of advanced AESA payloads throughout the entire product lifecycle.
Own system architecture, design, integration, environmental testing, qualification, and flight readiness.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across RF, digital, power, mechanical, thermal, software, and systems engineering.
Drive technical execution while maintaining responsibility for project schedules and key milestones.
Develop payload control architectures, internal interfaces, firmware integration, and command & telemetry strategies.
Lead environmental qualification activities including thermal vacuum (TVAC), vibration, shock, EMC, and acceptance testing.
Ensure products transition successfully into production with a strong focus on manufacturability and testability.
Produce and maintain technical documentation including requirements, ICDs, verification plans, risk registers, and design review packages.
Partner with manufacturing, mission assurance, systems engineering, suppliers, and customers to deliver successful programs.
Lead technical trade studies, risk mitigation, root cause investigations, and anomaly resolution.
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
9+ years of experience developing complex electronic hardware.
Strong experience with active phased array antennas (AESA).
Expertise in board-level RF electronics and antenna design.
Experience with power electronics and digital support circuitry.
Hands-on experience testing active antenna systems, including EIRP and G/T measurements.
Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Strong understanding of systems engineering, verification & validation, requirements management, and configuration control.
Excellent communication and technical leadership skills.
Preferred Experience
Flight qualification and environmental testing (TVAC, vibration, shock, EMC).
Experience as a Responsible Engineer, Technical Lead, IPT Lead, or Chief Engineer.
Experience supporting production readiness and manufacturing.
NewSpace or commercial space industry experience.
Passion for mentoring engineers and leading technical teams in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation & Benefits
Equity/stock options.
Annual bonus opportunity.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
HSA & FSA options.
Life and disability insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Generous paid time off.
Eligibility
Due to U.S. export control regulations, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), Conditional Resident, Asylee, Refugee, or otherwise eligible to obtain the required U.S. Government authorizations.
If you're passionate about developing advanced space hardware, leading world-class engineering teams, and shaping the future of satellite communications, we'd love to hear from you.
We are seeking a highly skilled Principal ElectricalEngineer to lead the design, development, integration, test, and flight qualification of advanced spaceborne payloads.
This post focuses on the role of Unit Lead (aka Responsible Engineer) in our Reconfigurable Processing Unit (RPU) product line. The client RPUs are complex, VPX-based electronics boxes consisting of our software-defined radios, single-board computers, power supply modules, and RF front ends, driven by the client modems and software.
The Unit Lead is responsible for bothtechnical definition and execution of a new RPU product. This combines deep, multi-disciplinary technical accountability with responsibility for on-time schedule execution. The project may include the development of new VPX module products, new backplanes and interface options, and/or new software features, coming together into a qualified, customer-ready product.
The Unit Lead is the leader of the multidisciplinary technical team, the primary point of contact for the program manager, and often a key interface point for our customers. Success in this role requires strength in technical topics as well as project management, leadership, and communication in a fast-paced start-up environment.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as the RPU Unit Lead and primary technical point of contact for the box throughout the product development lifecycle.
Lead the end-to-end engineering effort for the box, including architecture, design, prototyping, integration, test, environmental qualification, and flight readiness.
Coordinate and direct a team of RF, digital, power, mechanical, thermal, software, and systems engineers to ensure consistent and timely technical execution.
Hold schedule accountability for the box development.
Develop and review payload control schemes, internal data interfaces, command & telemetry architecture, and firmware/software integration as needed.
Manage all flight qualification activities, including environmental test planning (thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, EMC), margin assessment, and final acceptance testing.
Own the transition to volume production, including manufacturability, testability, and customer-facing documentation.
Generate and maintain box-level documentation: requirements, ICDs, block diagrams, test plans, verification matrices, risk registers, and design reviews.
Interface with spacecraft systems engineering, mission assurance, manufacturing, vendors, and test facilities.
Drive root cause analysis, anomaly resolution, and technical risk mitigation throughout development and test campaigns.
Communicate status, technical trades, risks, and design decisions to internal leadership and external customers.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
9+ years of engineering experience in electronics hardware development.
Hands-on experience with related technologies such as software-defined radios.
Leadership experience, including mentoring or leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Strong knowledge of systems engineering practices, requirements flowdown, verification/validation, and configuration management.
Excellent communication skills with ability to present complex technical information to diverse audiences.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Demonstrated understanding of payload control systems, digital interfaces, command & data handling, and embedded hardware/software interactions.
Proven experience executing or overseeing flight qualification and environmental test campaigns (TVAC, vib/shock, EMC, radiation considerations).
Experience managing hardware/software product development projects.
Experience with radiation-tolerant design.
Experience with high-rate manufacturing, rapid development cycles, and/or NewSpace ecosystems.
Prior role as a Responsible Engineer, Technical Lead, IPT Lead, or Chief Engineer on flight hardware.
Background in digital signal processing, beamforming algorithms, or embedded firmware for payload control.
Experience mentoring less-experienced project engineers and design engineers in associated discipline
We're looking for an Associate Flight Assurance Engineer to help ensure the quality, reliability, and mission success of advanced aerospace systems throughout the product lifecycle.
Working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams, you'll identify risks early, support product verification, investigate anomalies, and contribute to the continuous improvement of assurance processes.
Responsibilities
Evaluate new product designs for reliability, safety, and manufacturability.
Support mission and flight assurance activities throughout development and production.
Perform risk assessments, failure investigations, and reliability analyses.
Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions.
Prepare assurance documentation, compliance reports, and risk mitigation plans.
Support product qualification and verification activities.
Participate in quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to improve product reliability and mission success.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
0–3 years of experience in Flight Assurance, Mission Assurance, Quality, Reliability, or Aerospace Engineering.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and technical writing abilities.
Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and quality systems.
Preferred
Knowledge of AS9100, NASA or DoD quality standards.
Experience with FMEA, FRACAS, or Six Sigma.
Aerospace manufacturing or hardware experience.
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